Boost for Ballivor water supply as major upgrades get underway

Uisce Éireann will begin works next week in Ballivor, Co Meath to increase storage and upgrade the water network, delivering a stronger and more secure water supply for homes and businesses in Ballivor.

The works will take place at the same time and will be delivered across two projects – the installation of a new treated water reservoir to increase storage capacity at Kilmurray Water Treatment Plant; and the construction of an additional five kilometres of water main from the plant into Ballivor village.

The installation of a new treated water storage reservoir to secure potable water storage capacity is designed to improve the security of supply to approximately 2,500 Uisce Éireann customers in Ballivor, ensuring that there is at least 24 hours of capacity.

The project will also modernise and improve the water treatment process at Kilmurray Water Treatment Plant, improving the drinking water quality. All works will be carried out within the existing site boundary and off public roads.

The second part of the works involve the installation of an additional five kilometres of new water main, alongside the existing main, to cater for the future growth and development of the wider Ballivor area. These works will take place from Kilmurray Water Treatment Plant along the R156 to the centre of Ballivor village.

This network upgrade is being delivered to support existing and future developments within the community. It will improve the supply capacity of the existing water network in the area, improving performance, reducing demands on the current network, and supporting social and economic development.

Matthew Thomson, Portfolio Manager with Uisce Éireann, said: “These works are an important investment in Ballivor’s water infrastructure. As well as increasing storage capacity and ensuring resilience and security of supply, the upgrades will support new housing and future social and economic growth in Ballivor."

“We understand that this type of work can be inconvenient and crews will make every effort to minimise any disruption these necessary works cause. We would like to thank the local community for their patience while we deliver these essential improvements.”

The works will be carried out on behalf of Uisce Éireann by GMC Utilities Ltd. and Shareridge and are expected to be completed in the first half of 2027.

Customers are encouraged to visit our website for updates or contact Uisce Éireann on 1800 278 278 with any queries.

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.