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The Athlone Main Drainage project is continuing to take shape, enhancing the environment for future growth and development.
Irish Water and Westmeath County Council are working together to deliver the project, which represents further investment in the town's wastewater infrastructure.
When completed, this project will significantly improve water quality in the River Shannon by removing non-compliant overflows. It will also increase the capacity of the sewer network and reduce the risk of sewer flooding in homes and business premises.
The project involves the construction of new pumping stations in Golden Island and Coosan West, the construction of almost 3km of new sewers, and decommissioning of the existing under-performing pumping stations and pipework. Combined sewer overflows will be eliminated at six locations along the River Shannon and replaced by two new overflows designed to Irish Water standards, protecting the integrity of the local environment.
Commenting on the project Eunan Canavan, Regional Infrastructure Delivery Lead with Irish Water, said: "We are looking forward to delivering this significant project on behalf of the local community in Athlone. This project will enhance the local environment by alleviating sewer flooding and improving water quality in the River Shannon for angling, water sports and marine life.
"It will also ensure that the wastewater infrastructure meets the needs of homes and businesses while providing capacity for future growth and development."
Works will take place in a number of locations across Athlone and crews will make every effort to minimise the impact of these works on local businesses and residents. Where feasible, the new sewers will be installed using trenchless technology, meaning construction will take place underground without the need for open-cut excavation.
Subject to statutory approvals and successful planning applications, it is expected that the construction contract will be signed later this year with works set to begin in early 2023.
