Our investment in Mitchelstown removes water supply from ‘at risk’ list

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Our customers in Mitchelstown, County Cork will welcome the recent news that their water supply has been removed from the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) list of vulnerable water supplies. 

A targeted investment of €480,000 by Uisce Éireann to upgrade the Mitchelstown Water Treatment Plant providing enhanced treatment facilities and new pipe work has ensured a safe and reliable water supply for homes and businesses. This investment has resulted in the supply being removed from the ‘at risk’ list. 
Deirdre O’Loughlin, Regional Drinking Water Compliance Manager at Uisce Éireann is proud of the team effort to deliver the works and have the supply removed from the EPA’s Remedial Action List (RAL). 

“At Uisce Éireann we are fully committed to identifying and addressing risks to drinking water quality. Our key focus remains the protection of public health through the provision of safe, clean and secure water supplies for local communities. This critical upgrade at Mitchelstown’s, water treatment plant ensures ongoing compliance with drinking water regulations and significantly reduces the risk of future water quality issues”. 

Cantwell Engineering and Electrical Ltd delivered these works on behalf of Uisce Éireann. The upgrades will provide a more advanced water treatment process, improving the drinking water quality. 

Donagh Goulding, Infrastructure Delivery Programme Manager at Uisce Éireann said, “It has been a privilege to deliver this critical project to benefit almost 4000 people. With the works now complete this project ensures the continued delivery of safe, clean drinking water to homes and businesses in Mitchelstown and the surrounding area."

We are 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 the Uisce Éireann website.