Major water main upgrade begins in Lismore
Customers in Lismore are set to benefit from further investment to upgrade aged water mains in the town, ensuring a more secure and reliable water supply for local homes and businesses.
A major upgrade to the towns water mains is set to commence in early November, replacing almost 3km of ageing water mains along Deerpark Road and Lismore Bridge.
Dave Murphy, Portfolio Manager at Uisce Éireann, said: “These works demonstrate our ongoing commitment to providing a more resilient and reliable water supply for homes and businesses in Lismore. By replacing ageing mains, we are reducing leakage and strengthening the network now and into the future. We appreciate the continued support and patience of the local community as these critical works progress.”
The project will be delivered by Shareridge on behalf of Uisce Éireann and is expected to be completed early 2026.
Earlier this year, Uisce Éireann’s Leakage Reduction Programme arrived in Lismore, delivering targeted improvements, including the identification and repair of leaks on the water network in the town, including on the customer-side and key improvements to enhance underground flow control. These works reduced leakage in the area, saving thousands of litres per day and improving the reliability of water supply to our customers.
This project to replace almost 3km of water main is also being delivered as part of Uisce Éireann’s Leakage Reduction Programme which continues to deliver significant benefits to communities across Ireland, including improved water quality, provision of a more resilient and sustainable water supply for customers, and considerable water savings.
The first phase of works will take place along Deerpark Road from its junction with Main Street towards Deerpark North. The second phase will commence in early 2026 along the N72, from Lady Louisa’s Walk over Lismore Bridge.
Members of the public can report any leaks in the public water network by contacting Uisce Éireann at 1800 278 278 or online at Report a Leak.
Uisce Éireann 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.
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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
