Major wastewater upgrade begins to support Celbridge’s growing community

Information below is relevant until further updates are provided here or on our Supply and Service Updates section

Works have commenced this month on the Crodaun Wastewater Network Upgrade, an important project that will significantly enhance wastewater capacity and support future growth and development in Celbridge. Delivered as part of Uisce Éireann’s national Growth and Development Programme, and representing an investment of €8.5 million, the project will provide the required capacity to enable the potential delivery of over 900 new homes in the community. These upgrades will strengthen performance in the existing network, reduce the risk of sewer overflows and ensure the infrastructure can meet the needs of a growing community. 

Welcoming the commencement of the works, Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage James Browne TD said: 
“The delivery of essential wastewater infrastructure is fundamental to meeting our housing targets as reflected in our new Housing Action Plan, ‘Delivering Homes, Building Communities’ and through record investment in the water sector. This project will provide critical capacity to enable new homes and serve the needs of the community.” 

Speaking on behalf of Uisce Éireann, Ciaran Ryan highlighted the importance of the investment for Celbridge’s future: 
“This upgrade is a key enabler for sustainable development in Celbridge. By increasing capacity in the wastewater network now, we are supporting planned residential development, strengthening the performance of the existing system and ensuring reliable services for both current and future residents. We appreciate the cooperation of the community and will work to minimise disruption as the works progress.” 

The project involves installing over 2 kilometres of new wastewater pipeline between the existing Castletown Wastewater Pumping Station and Crodaun, via Castletown Estate, Castletown Drive and the R405 Maynooth Road. 

To safely facilitate pipeline installation, phased lane and road closures are required. The first phase of works takes place at Castletown Drive in Celbridge. Castletown Drive, from the Main Street junction to the R405 Maynooth Road junction, is closed to public traffic until May under a rolling closure arrangement, allowing the work area to move progressively along the route. Diversion routes are clearly signposted, with access for residents of Castletown Drive maintained at all times. The site team will liaise directly with residents as works approach individual properties. Diversions follow the R405, with northbound access via a right turn into Castletown Drive and southbound access via Main Street and a left turn into Castletown Drive. 

The project is being delivered on behalf of Uisce Éireann by Coffey Construction and is expected to be completed in early 2027. Uisce Éireann understands that works of this nature can be disruptive and will keep the community informed throughout the works including updates on planned traffic management. Updates on the project will be available at our Growth and Development Programme page.

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.