Work on replacing water mains responsible for a Boil Water Notice in place for the past five and half months in Tuam is due to commence shortly.
Some traffic disruption on the N83 is expected as a result of the works, which are expected to be finished in April.
Irish Water is replacing 861m of cast iron water mains with new pipework in the Tuam area, with work to take place along Milltown Road.
These old pipes have led to a Boil Water Notice for 46 properties in the Kilcloghans area of Tuam which has been in place since early August 2023.
Uisce Éireann’s Enda Mac Namara explained that as sections of the existing cast iron network are replaced, Uisce Éireann and Galway County Council will be in a position to consult with the HSE with a view to lifting the notice.
“Crews will commence works in the coming days to replace approximately 861m of old cast iron water mains along Milltown Road, which is a critical step in safeguarding the water supply to homes and businesses in Tuam ensuring a safer, more sustainable water supply.”
“We acknowledge the inconvenience that customers on this supply are experiencing in Kilcloghans and would like to reassure them that we are working as quickly and as efficiently as possible to complete this vital programme of works.”
The works will take place along the R942 Milltown Road and N83, with traffic diversions needed on the N83.
Farrans Construction, in partnership with Galway County Council, is delivering the project on behalf of Uisce Éireann with completion expected in April.
In the meantime, all customers of this supply are advised to boil water before use until further notice.
Water must be boiled for drinking, drinks made with water, preparation of food not cooked prior to eating, infant formula, brushing teeth, or making ice.
However, the water supply is still suitable for hygiene purposes, such as showering and hand-washing.
