Planning Application Submitted To Build New Water Treatment Plant

A planning application has been submitted to Tipperary County Council to develop a new water treatment plant in Killeenyarda near Holycross.

The project also involves the provision of a new source from the River Clodiagh and a new pumping station. Water mains will be developed to connect the new water intake to the proposed water treatment plant at Killeenyarda as well to connect to the Thurles network.


The scheme will provide a much improved water quality and security of supply and includes a single supply source which will cater for the demands of water in the Thurles area and environs.

Gerry O'Donnell, Regional Programme Lead, said: "Irish Water has set out a clear commitment to invest in upgrading our water infrastructure to address vulnerable water sources across the country. This planned investment of €15 million in the Thurles Regional Water Supply Scheme will provide a single, secure source of reliable drinking water eliminating the current reliance on dispersed localised sources that are vulnerable to contamination."

(CD/LM)