Major wastewater project in Fethard passes halfway mark
Critical investment will facilitate growth and protect local environment
Uisce Éireann continues to make significant progress on the upgrade of Fethard Wastewater Treatment Plant. Over €15 million is being invested in the town’s wastewater infrastructure to modernise and improve the performance and capacity of the plant, which will unlock future growth and development in the area.
The works will improve the quality of treated wastewater discharged into the Clashawley River and ensure compliance with wastewater regulations.
Commenting on the upgrade works, Angus Hall, Programme Manager with Uisce Éireann, said: “We've made great strides in the delivery of this significant plant upgrade that will deliver improved wastewater treatment for homes and businesses in Fethard and the surrounding areas, while also ensuring compliance with national and European wastewater regulations.
"This project reflects Uisce Éireann's continued commitment to the efficient delivery of critical infrastructure to support communities in Tipperary while safeguarding the local environment.”
The upgrade also includes many environmental benefits such as the planting of trees including, alder, downey birch, wild cherry, goats willow and rowan trees, native hedgerows such as of hawthorn, holly, blackthorn, and elder, as well as wildflower grasses, resulting in a net biodiversity gain for the site. The upgrade also includes new upgraded equipment that will improve the overall energy efficiency of the works.
To date, work has been completed on a new inlet works, treatment and dosing tanks, power substation, site buildings, as well as the underground pipework and pump systems at the plant.
The works are being carried out on behalf of Uisce Éireann by Murphy International Limited and are expected to be completed in 2026.
The Fethard project is part of Uisce Éireann’s ongoing multimillion euro investment in upgrading the wastewater infrastructure across County Tipperary, including recently completed projects in Newport, Ballina, and Cahir; planning received for a major upgrade in Nenagh, site investigations on the network in Thurles; and planning under review for Grangemockler and Kilsheelan, supporting much needed sustainable growth while ensuring regulatory compliance.
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Fethard is set to benefit from a €15 million investment by Uisce Éireann to deliver a major upgrade to the existing Wastewater Treatment Plant in the town.
The project, which is set to begin this month will significantly modernise and improve the performance and capacity of the plant and will unlock future growth and development in the area. It will also improve the quality of treated wastewater discharged into the Clashawley River and ensure compliance with wastewater regulations.
The upgrade will include equipment for handling incoming wastewater, stormwater storage, and improved tanks for treating wastewater. The project also includes new pumps and enhancements to existing technology, aiming to boost the plant's efficiency in processing wastewater to a high standard.
Paul Fallon, Portfolio Manager at Uisce Éireann, emphasised the importance of this project for the local community. “We’re looking forward to beginning construction of this critical project for the people of Fethard. When complete, this new infrastructure will ensure improved water quality in the Clashawley River, protecting the local environment. It will also enable much needed growth and development in the area as well as ensuring compliance with national and European wastewater regulations”.
The works are expected to be completed by late 2026. The project will be delivered by Murphy Process Engineering, Ireland on behalf of Uisce Éireann. Works will be conducted almost entirely within the confines of the existing wastewater treatment plant and adjacent field, minimising traffic disruption in the locality during construction.
Paul continued, “This is one of several major investments currently underway by Uisce Éireann in the Premier County. The Clonmel Water Supply upgrade commenced recently to provide a more reliable and resilient water supply for the town. The Ballina and Newport Wastewater Treatment Plants are under construction with completions due in late 2024 and early 2025 respectively, while a €3 million upgrade of the Cahir Wastewater Treatment Plant was completed in August”.
Uisce Éireann is committed to delivering public drinking water and wastewater services for the people of Ireland, continuously upgrading and developing critical infrastructure to support sustainable growth and development while enhancing the environment.
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