Gorey water treatment plant upgrade

Wexford TD and Minister of State for Law Reform James Browne TD has confirmed that works on upgrading the Creagh Water Treatment Plant in Gorey will get underway this month which will benefit over 7,000 customers by providing improved water quality for the community and safeguarding the water supply for generations to come.

Irish Water (Uisce Éireann) and Wexford County Council have agreed the works with contractor EPS. The works will modernise and improve the plant’s water treatment processes, which will treat raw water to the highest of water quality standards.

Confirming the works, Minister Browne expressed his delight “that these necessary works will take place in the coming weeks. This is a positive development to ensure that Gorey homeowners and businesses will benefit from a safe, clean drinking water supply.

“The upgrade works will include a range of measures including the installation of a UV device and the provision of additional treatment capacity. The chlorination system, warning systems, central controls and automation systems will also be upgraded. The works are expected to conclude next year. I will continue to work with Irish Water and Wexford County Council to ensure the speedy completion of these important works”, Minister Browne concluded.

Speaking about the project, Infrastructure Delivery Project Manager for Uisce Éireann, Hugh Kennedy, said: “Uisce Éireann is delighted to be investing in this significant and essential project for the people of Gorey. This important up- grade is needed to ensure continued compliance with drinking water regulations and reduce the risk of water quality issues in the future.”

He added, “The upgrade works carried out as part of this project will also ensure the continued delivery of safe, clean drinking water to residents and businesses in Gorey and the surrounding area. We look forward to working with the local community as we continue to invest in the town’s future.”

As part of the upgrade at the Creagh Water Treatment Plant, Uisce Éireann will install an Ultra Violet (UV) device as the primary disinfection system, provide additional treatment capacity, upgrade the chlorination system and warning systems to futureproof protection at the plant. The central controls and automation systems will also be upgraded.

The works will be carried out by EPS Limited and are expected to be completed by early 2024. n