Uisce Éireann turns sod on €20m investment in Trim water supply
Uisce Éireann today marked the start of construction on a €20 million upgrade to Trim Water Treatment Plant.
The project which will benefit over 12,000 customers, will address operational issues at the plant and water quality risks, as well as safeguarding water supply for homes and businesses in Trim who have frequently experienced disruption from outages.
A sod turning ceremony to mark the start of the works took place today, led by Cathaoirleach of Meath County Council Wayne Harding; TDs, Senators and local councillors as well as officials from Uisce Éireann.
Commenting at the event Cathaoirleach Cllr Wayne Harding said “I am delighted to be here today to officially turn the sod and mark the commencement of these works. The construction of this new treatment plant, and in turn, the provision of a reliable water service is essential to support the economic and social development of the local area. I would like to commend all those involved in bringing the project to this important day and I would like to wish the project team well as they progress this vital water project.
This project represents a significant milestone in the provision of a more secure and resilient water supply for Trim. This project will support future population growth of Trim and surrounding areas. I welcome the commencement of this essential upgrade project by Uisce Éireann and the benefits it will bring to the community."
Meanwhile Fianna Fáil TD for Meath West, Aisling Dempsey, has warmly welcomed the commencement of construction on the long-awaited €20 million upgrade to the Trim Water Treatment Plant, describing it as “the beginning of the end for water disruption in Trim and surrounding areas.”
Deputy Dempsey said, “For too long, the people of Trim and nearby communities have had to put up with repeated water outages and uncertainty about their supply. After years of inaction, I am proud to have helped get this critical project moving. This marks real progress, and a huge relief for the thousands who rely on this supply every day.”
The project, led by Uisce Éireann, will modernise the Trim Water Treatment Plant to ensure a secure, reliable drinking water supply. The works include new treatment facilities, a control and administration building, reconfiguration of the existing plant, and installation of roof and ground-mounted solar panels.
Deputy Dempsey continued, “I have consistently raised this issue at every level, in Meath County Council, directly with Uisce Éireann, and now in the Dáil. While today’s progress is welcome, there is still a long road ahead. I’ll continue to keep the pressure on until this vital project is fully delivered and the people of Trim finally have the water service they deserve.”
This investment will benefit over 12,000 homes and businesses, addressing ongoing operational issues and safeguarding water supply for future generations.
Construction is being carried out by Ward & Burke on behalf of Uisce Éireann. The upgrade represents a significant step towards a resilient, modern water infrastructure for Trim and the wider Meath West area.
Deputy Dempsey concluded, “This project isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity. I will keep working to ensure this project crosses the finish line, and hold Uisce Éireann to account.”
The upgrade works carried out as part of this project will deliver a secure and resilient water supply, ensure compliance with current drinking water quality regulations.
The works will involve the construction of new treatment facilities, a control/administration building, internal re-purposing and reconfiguration of the existing water treatment building and all associated site works. Roof and ground-mounted solar panels will be installed in this project.
This critical investment is being carried out by Ward & Burke on behalf of Uisce Éireann.