Water supply in north Clare removed from 'at risk list'
Upgrades to the Corofin Water Treatment Plant have been made by Uisce Éireann
The water supply for Corofin has been removed from the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) list of vulnerable water supplies.
An investment by Uisce Éireann to upgrade the Corofin Water Treatment Plant (WTP) providing enhanced treatment facilities "has ensured a safe and reliable water supply for local homes and businesses", according to a statement from the state body, which has resulted in the supply removed from the ‘at risk’ list.
“At Uisce Éireann we are fully committed to identifying and addressing risks to drinking water quality. Our key focus remains the protection of public health through the provision of safe, clean and secure water supplies for local communities," Deirdre O’Loughlin, Regional Drinking Water Compliance Manager said.
"This critical upgrade at Corofin ensures ongoing compliance with drinking water regulations and significantly reduces the risk of future water quality issues”.
This project involved a major upgrade of the water treatment plant which includes new clarification & filtration systems, residual treatment, dosing systems and a full electrical upgrade.
Paul Cremin, Infrastructure Delivery Portfolio Manager at Uisce Éireann said that with the works now complete the project ensures "the continued delivery of safe, clean drinking water for the 1,300 people in Corofin."
To find out more visit the Uisce Éireann website at water.ie
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