In partnership with Louth County Council, Uisce Éireann recently completed the significant upgrade of Omeath’s wastewater infrastructure. The project will ensure that wastewater is adequately treated before being safely discharged into the coastal waters of Carlingford Lough.
The completed sewerage scheme is pivotal for future growth and development of the north Louth village.
The project involved the construction of a new wastewater treatment plant to serve a population equivalent (PE) of 1,600, a new pumping station and associated sewer network.
Speaking about the project, Patrick Greene, Uisce Éireann commented:
“We are delighted to announce of the completion of this critical infrastructure that will see an end to the discharge of untreated wastewater in Omeath, bringing benefits in terms of health, integrity of the environment and improved water quality for all. It will also ensure compliance with European regulatory standards.
“This €11.5 million investment is a reflection of Uisce Éireann’s commitment to eliminating the discharge of raw sewerage and improving water quality in our rivers, lakes and the sea.”
In 2014, there were 50 locations nationwide where raw sewage was being discharged without treatment. By the end of 2023, over 70% of raw sewage discharges by volume were eliminated through targeted investment in new sewerage infrastructure where none existed previously. The water company is on target to eliminate nearly all of the remainder by 2025, with an investment of over €750 million.
Progress to date has been achieved by building new wastewater plants and networks in 34 towns across the country where treatment had never existed before. The new infrastructure has stopped the discharge of raw sewage at these locations. In addition to the 34 completions to date, Uisce Éireann currently have 6 locations under construction, meaning that 40 out of 50 locations are complete or underway. There are plans in place for the remainder which are due to get underway from 2024 onwards.
Veolia Water Ireland Ltd delivered the project on Uisce Éireann’s behalf.
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