Upgrades promise reliable water supply for Coore

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Uisce Éireann is set to begin works at Old Doolough, Coore next week to drive down leakage and improve supply to the local community. 

The works involve the replacement of over 6.3km of old and damaged water mains, prone to bursts as part of Uisce Éireann’s National Leakage Reduction Programme and will take place along the L-2116 Cloonlaheen West, Mullagh and L-2098 Doonogan, Mullagh, Co Clare. 
 
Jack Cronin, Uisce Éireann Programme Manager, welcomes the news of this significant project commencing, saying,  

“We are delighted to begin another project in the banner county. The replacement of over 6.3km of aging watermains marks a significant investment in the region's water network.  This project will reduce the frequency of bursts and outages on the network, eliminate existing leaks and provide locals and visitors alike with an improved confidence in the security of their water supply.  By strengthening the resilience of the network, we’re enabling communities like Coore to thrive with a more secure and reliable water supply. I would like to thank the community for their support and patience while works are ongoing.” 

Areas of work will be limited to short sections and carried out in two phases to minimise impact on customers. Traffic management will be in place at this time, in the form of two road closures. A signposted diversion route will be in place. Local and emergency traffic will always be maintained. 
 
The road closures will take place in a phased approach. The first road closure will be along the L-2116 Cloonlaheen West and will be in effect from 10 November until the end of the year. Following which, a second road closure will take place along L-2098 Doonogan, Mullagh. Further details will be communicated regarding the second road closure, closer to the time. 

Ward and Burke Construction Ltd is carrying out the works on behalf of Uisce Éireann with the project expected to be complete during the summer months of 2026. 

For more information on the Leakage Reduction Programme please visit at Reducing Leaks. 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.