Works to upgrade the Carrowroe reservoir in County Longford have successfully been completed, Uisce Éireann has announced.

This significant infrastructure improvement project has successfully eliminated all leaks in the reservoir, saving approximately 151,000 litres of water per day.

Included in the works was the refurbishment of the old concrete structure which will not only enhance the security and resilience of the water supply, but will also benefit over 4,700 residents in Newtowncashel, Lanesborough, Killashee and surrounding areas south of Longford Town.

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Speaking about completing the Carrowroe reservoir upgrade, Noel Gibbons, Programme Manager at Uisce Éireann, said: "This upgrade will help futureproof water supplies in the area for the next 30 years. It will significantly benefit the local community by protecting the water supply and ensuring a safe, secure, and sustainable source of drinking water."

The 1,157 tonnes of subsoil that was excavated during the project was repurposed onsite. As a result, the reservoir embankment is now home to hundreds of wildflowers, enhancing biodiversity and contributing to circular economy.