Works underway to improve water pressure and strengthen water supplies in North Drogheda

Uisce Éireann is progressing a series of improvements to address water pressure issues in the Termon Abbey area of Drogheda and strengthen the resilience of the wider water network serving North Drogheda. Early results from the works have been encouraging, with improved pressure levels recorded in Termon Abbey and surrounding areas following the completion of a number of network improvement works. 

We understand the impact these water pressure and supply issues have had on customers in parts of North Drogheda. Uisce Éireann has been carrying out extensive investigations, network modelling and operational assessments to identify and address the root causes of the issue and implement improvement works.  

Since September, a series of targeted works have been completed to improve water network performance in the Termon Abbey area following intensive investigations earlier this year. These works included the removal of a significant obstruction identified during the investigative works at the Denore Reservoir site, the commissioning of a new pressure valve on the Denore Road, and the reconfiguration of the network at St Mary’s Bridge. Ongoing monitoring following the completion of these works has demonstrated a sustained improvement in water pressure across Termon Abbey and the surrounding areas. 

We will continue to closely monitor network performance and make further operational adjustments where required. Additional measures, including the proposed installation of a second pressure valve on the Newfoundwell Road, are also being progressed. Our operations teams are proactively carrying out extensive leakage detection in the region now that network pressures have been addressed and stabilised.  

James O'Hagan, Uisce Éireann said: 

"We understand these water pressure issues have been a concern for customers in Termon Abbey and would like to thank the community for their patience while we carried out investigations and improvements.  
The works completed in recent weeks are already improving water pressure in the area, and our teams will continue to monitor and optimise the network. Addressing these issues remains a priority for Uisce Éireann, with longer-term projects, including the Bridge of Peace River Crossing, set to further strengthen the resilience of the water supply network."  

These measures will support supplies while a number of medium and long-term projects are progressed across Drogheda, including: 

• Drogheda Water Network Upgrade: Installation of approximately 6km of new watermain is ongoing, with upgrades to a further 12km planned. This includes 2.6km of new watermain as part of the Port Access Northern Cross Route. 
• Clogherhead Bridge Crossing Upgrade: A planned upgrade to the R166 Clogherhead bridge crossing will improve the resilience of water supplies in the area. This project is currently in design. 
• Bridge of Peace River Crossing: Approximately 400m of new watermain is planned to improve resilience and reliability of supply on the north side of Drogheda while supporting future growth. The project is currently in detailed design, with statutory approvals and consent processes required as the next step.

Together, these investments will deliver a stronger and more resilient water network for Drogheda, improving reliability for existing customers while supporting future housing and economic growth across the area. They form part of Uisce Éireann's ongoing investment programme across Drogheda and County Louth to support both existing communities and planned growth. 

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