The Kingscourt Water Treatment Plant was officially opened today, 19 November.
It will serve 3,200 customers in the Kingscourt area.
Heather Humphreys TD, Minister for Business, Enterprise, and Innovation performed the opening alongside Cllr Madeleine Argue, Cathaoirleach Cavan County Council.
Cllr Argue said: "Today is a red letter day for the people of Kingscourt and surrounding areas. This new, modern treatment plant will ensure customers enjoy quality drinking water and a reliable service."
Minister Humphreys added: "The Government, through Irish Water, has invested €4 million in this project, and it's fantastic to be here to see first-hand the positive impact of the investment here in Kingscourt. The works were made possible through the wonderful teamwork of Irish Water and Cavan County Council and, without a doubt, the project is an excellent example of what can be achieved when national and local stakeholders work together to deliver results for our communities. Well done to everyone who worked so hard to bring this project to fruition, which is already greatly benefitting the local area."
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A new storage reservoir was also delivered at the existing Kingscourt Water Treatment Plant site as part of the works.
The project was delivered on behalf of Irish Water.
Padraig Hanly, Irish Water, added: "We are delighted to be celebrating the official opening of this plant. Consumers, both residential and business, are now benefitting from a modern treatment plant capable of serving the existing and future residential and commercial development needs of Kingscourt and the surrounding rural areas. Water is one of the most essential substances on earth, critical for human health, the production of food and for industrial activity. The provision of clean drinking water and a reliable wastewater service, in a manner that protects the natural environment, is critical to the country's economic and social development."
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