Uisce Éireann invests €22m to enable 5,000 new homes in Louth

Uisce Éireann has commenced a major infrastructure project to upgrade the wastewater network in North Drogheda, Louth representing a €22 million investment in the region. The company say the project will increase wastewater capacity to support the development of over 5,000 new homes. 

Works underway involve the construction of a new wastewater pumping station off Twenties Lane and 2.3km of sewer pipeline. Uisce Éireann say the upgrade will enhance the capacity and resilience of the existing wastewater infrastructure, providing more reliable services for current and future residents and businesses. 

Uisce Éireann’s Padraic Fitzgerald welcomed the commencement of the project: 

“The North Drogheda Wastewater Network Upgrade project will not only address current capacity constraints but will also facilitate planned residential development, helping to unlock housing and economic potential in the area. We are working closely with developers to ensure the infrastructure is in place to support the delivery of much needed new homes for the community.” 

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This project is being delivered as part of Uisce Éireann’s national Growth and Development Programme and is being carried out on behalf of Uisce Éireann by GMC Utilities Group Ltd., with completion expected in 2027. 

The works require localised traffic management at Ballymakenny Road, Listoke and Ashton Village. Crews on the ground will work to minimise disruption. 

For more information on the Growth and Development Programme, please visit www.water.ie/growth  

Uisce Éireann is responsible for delivering public drinking water and wastewater services for the people of Ireland. We are committed to enabling communities to thrive by continuously upgrading and developing critical infrastructure to support sustainable growth and development, providing safe drinking water, and enhancing the environment. To find out more visit www.water.ie