Irish Water is working alongside Galway City Council to bring more a reliable water supply to the city.
Work has now commenced on the construction of a replacement water intake and associated transfer water main along the banks of the River Corrib, which will ensure a safer and more secure water supply for more than 80,000 customers in Galway City and surrounding areas.
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The completion of the intake and transfer water main will ensure that when water levels run low in the River Corrib, that water production at the Terryland Water Treatment Plant will be able to continue as normal.
John McElwaine, Regional Delivery Lead with Irish Water, explained: "Works to improve the reliability of water transfer from the River Corrib to the Terryland Water Treatment Plant is a top priority for Irish Water. The completion of this water intake will ensure the production of safe and secure water serving the population of Galway City and surrounding areas even during low river water levels.
"This work is part of a significant investment by Irish Water to upgrade the water infrastructure in Galway City and we would like to thank customers in advance for their cooperation and patience while we complete this essential job."
The works will be delivered by Coffey Construction Limited on behalf of Irish Water and is expected to be completed in 2024.
