Uisce Éireann's €750k upgrade to enable development of new homes in Dundalk

Uisce Éireann is delivering a national programme of targeted investment to increase the capacity of water and wastewater infrastructure to enable social and economic growth, including the delivery of essential housing.

As part of this programme, Uisce Éireann is undertaking upgrade works to the water infrastructure in the Dunbin area of Dundalk.

These critical works will increase the supply capacity of the network and enable the potential development of over 120 new homes in the community.

The project, which involves an investment of €750,000, will upgrade almost 1.2km of water mains at Ardee Road and Carrickmacross Road.

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James Browne T.D., Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, welcomed the commencement of this vital work.

“The commencement of this project is very welcome news for the Dunbin community”, he said.

“Improvements in the supply capacity of the water network will bring tangible benefits and provide the required infrastructure to service existing and new developments in the area, including much-needed new housing.

“Continued investment in public water services is essential to facilitating housing delivery.

“That is why in the recent Budget we have increased Uisce Éireann’s funding by almost €500 million for 2026 – money that will accelerate the delivery of water infrastructure and support the development of new homes across the country.”

Uisce Éireann’s Donal O’Connors said he is looking forward to works commencing.

“This upgrade represents an important investment in Dundalk’s water network.

“By creating additional supply capacity, the project will support future growth and development in Dunbin and allow for new homes to be built in the area.

“The upgrades will also improve the resilience of the network for existing homes and businesses.”

To facilitate the safe delivery of the works, a Stop/Go traffic management system will be in place at the R178 Carrickmacross Road near Thomastown, and the R171 Ardee Road. Standard working hours are 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday.

GMC Utilities Ltd will be delivering the works on behalf of Uisce Éireann.

The works may involve some short-term interruptions to water supply.

Customers will be notified 48 hours in advance of any planned outages, an Uisce Éireann spokesperson said.

Uisce Éireann said it understands that this type of work can be inconvenient and works crews will make every effort to minimise any disruption these necessary works may cause. 

Uisce Éireann said it is committed to keeping customers informed across multiple platforms 24/7 and we encourage customers to engage with us through our website, X channels @IWCare and @IrishWater, and through our customer care helpline which is open 24/7 on 1800 278 278.  

Uisce Éireann has a free text service, providing real-time updates for local issues. Customers can sign up with their Eircode and mobile number at our Text Updates page. 

“Uisce Éireann is responsible for delivering public drinking water and wastewater services for the people of Ireland”, the spokesperson said.

“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.”