A stronger, more dependable water supply for Wicklow communities

Families and businesses across Wicklow can look forward to a stronger, more reliable water supply as Uisce Éireann wraps up important upgrade works on the local water network. These improvements are all about supporting the everyday life in the community, whether it’s putting the kettle on in the morning, running a local business, or keeping community services flowing smoothly with clean, reliable water. 

As part of this project, we replaced almost 1.5 km of ageing water mains with modern, resilient pipes in Glenealy, Raheen Park and Killarney Road in Bray. These older pipes had been prone to bursts and leaks, causing supply interruptions and wasting treated drinking water, a precious resource.  

Nicola Butler, Programme Manager with Uisce Éireann, said the works have delivered real benefits for local communities.

“These works are an important part of delivering a water service built to last. By replacing ageing pipes with modern, resilient infrastructure, we’re improving water services today while strengthening resilience for the future.  

“Our teams work with great care and experience to reduce the risk of supply interruptions for customers during works and we’re grateful to the local community for their patience and support throughout these essential upgrades.”

At Raheen Park in Bray, our crews replaced 600 metres of aged cast iron water mains, improving service for customers through fewer bursts and a more stable water supply. 

In Glenealy, works took place along Chestnut Glen where approximately 285 metres of older mains were replaced. This section of the network had historically experienced high levels of leakage and bursts, and the upgrade has improved day-to-day reliability for residents.

At Killarney Road in Bray, over 600 metres of ageing water mains were upgraded, helping to reduce bursts and leaks and improve the reliability of water supply for local customers.

GMC Utilities Group Ltd. carried out the works on behalf of Uisce Éireann. 

This upgrade is just one example of how Uisce Éireann is tackling leakage across the country. With more than 65,000kms of underground water mains – enough to circle the earth one and a half times – finding and fixing leaks can be challenging, especially when they are hidden. But progress is being made. National leakage is now at its lowest level ever, reduced from 49% in 2014 to 36% today.  

To learn more, visit our National Leakage Reduction Programme page.