Protecting local water supplies: Essential reservoir cleaning works continuing across Inishowen

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

To help ensure customers continue to enjoy a clean, safe and reliable water supply, Uisce Éireann will carry out essential reservoir cleaning works across Inishowen next week.

Regular reservoir maintenance is an important part of protecting drinking water quality and maintaining the infrastructure that delivers water to homes, businesses, and communities every day.

Essential reservoir cleaning works will be carried out at Aghaweel Reservoir, Drumfries, on Tuesday, 27 October; Crockavenny Reservoir, Carrowmore/Illies on Wednesday, 28 October; and Cashelcraw Reservoir, Carndonagh, on Thursday, 29 October. Works will take place between 8am and 6pm each day. 

While every effort will be made to minimise disruption, some customers may experience reduced water pressure, temporary discolouration or intermittent supply during and shortly after the works. Water supplies are expected to return to normal as the cleaning programme is completed.

Damien O'Sullivan, Uisce Éireann's Water Network Operations Manager for Donegal, said: "We know how important it is for our customers to have a reliable supply of clean drinking water every day. These essential cleaning works help us maintain the reservoirs that serve local communities and support the quality of the water coming into customers' homes and businesses.

"Our teams will make every effort to minimise disruption and would like to thank customers for their patience and understanding while this important work is carried out."

Customers can stay informed about their local water service by checking the supply and service section of our website, checking our live feed at X @IWCare, or signing up to receive real-time text updates. Our customer care team is also available 24/7 at 1800 278 278.