Fethard wastewater upgrade secures future growth
A €13 million overhaul of Fethard’s wastewater treatment plant has been completed, significantly boosting capacity and protecting the local environment. This upgrade supports sustainable housing development and improves water quality in the Clashawley River in County Tipperary.
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Uisce Éireann (Irish Water) News
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Uisce Éireann has finalised a €13 million enhancement of the wastewater treatment facility in Fethard, a crucial advancement that will accommodate the town’s expansion while delivering improved environmental safeguards. The project elevates treatment capacity from serving 3,000 to 4,150 population equivalents, effectively enabling over 400 additional homes to be supported.
Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage James Browne T.D praised the upgrade as a vital investment in resilient infrastructure that underpins community growth and environmental protection. He highlighted the government’s commitment to investing record levels in wastewater systems throughout Tipperary to facilitate housing development and preserve natural resources.
Programme Manager Angus Hall of Uisce Éireann emphasised that the upgrade not only prepares Fethard for future expansion but also guarantees the preservation of its natural surroundings. The project involved installing new inlet works, stormwater storage, anoxic and aeration tanks, a final settlement tank, energy-efficient pumps, and upgrading mechanical equipment. Additionally, a landscaping scheme introduced native trees, hedgerows, and wildflower grasses, enhancing biodiversity and environmental quality at the site.
Uisce Éireann continues to invest in upgrading water and wastewater infrastructure across Tipperary, with ongoing projects in Nenagh, Kilsheelan, and Grangemockler, further supporting sustainable development and ecological protection in the region.
Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage James Browne T.D praised the upgrade as a vital investment in resilient infrastructure that underpins community growth and environmental protection. He highlighted the government’s commitment to investing record levels in wastewater systems throughout Tipperary to facilitate housing development and preserve natural resources.
Programme Manager Angus Hall of Uisce Éireann emphasised that the upgrade not only prepares Fethard for future expansion but also guarantees the preservation of its natural surroundings. The project involved installing new inlet works, stormwater storage, anoxic and aeration tanks, a final settlement tank, energy-efficient pumps, and upgrading mechanical equipment. Additionally, a landscaping scheme introduced native trees, hedgerows, and wildflower grasses, enhancing biodiversity and environmental quality at the site.
Uisce Éireann continues to invest in upgrading water and wastewater infrastructure across Tipperary, with ongoing projects in Nenagh, Kilsheelan, and Grangemockler, further supporting sustainable development and ecological protection in the region.
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