A programme to improve the water supply in the coastal Donegal village of Stroove has been announced.

Uisce Éireann crews will arrive in the village in the coming weeks to begin work on replacing more than 4.3km of old water mains which are susceptible to regular bursts and high levels of leakage. 

The new pipes along the R241 (Ballymcarthur Crossroads to Stroove), will put a stop to bursts, outages and leakage and give locals and visitors alike an improved confidence in the security of their water supply. 

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Uisce Éireann’s Networks Regional Lead Declan Cawley said: "Securing Stroove's water supply is a priority for Uisce Éireann and it is great to see this work commencing which will reduce the risk of outages from bursts now and into the future. Fewer bursts and less leakage will ensure a stronger water supply for homes and businesses in this busy coastal community."

A road closure will be required for a section of the works along the R241(McCorkells Road Junction to Stroove) as the mains replacement project advances, with signed posted diversion in place. Locals can be assured that local and emergency traffic will be accommodated at all times.

The essential works may involve some short-term water interruptions, but the project team will ensure that customers are given a minimum of 48 hours' notice prior to any planned interruptions. 

Farrans Construction will carry out the works on behalf of Uisce Éireann with a completion date this November.