Work on Abbey Street leaks planned

Crews will arrive next week in Cavan Town to begin work on replacing 200 metres of old damaged water mains on Abbey Street described as being “susceptible” to regular bursts.

These works follow on from other recently completed works in Main Street, Wolfe Tone Street and Bridge Street, St Mary's Terrace, Billis, Drumlark and St Phelim’s Place, Cavan.

The aim, Irish Water says, is to provide homes and businesses in the Abbey Street area of Cavan Town with a “more reliable” water supply before Summer.

Uisce Éireann’s Networks Regional Lead, Declan Cawley, said the “vital project” will result in fewer bursts and less leakage meaning a “stronger supply” for the immediate local area.

Farrans Construction will carry out the works on behalf of Uisce Éireann, who expect the planned mains improvement to be completed by April.

Irish Water warn these essential works may involve some “short-term water interruptions”, but state that the overseeing project team will ensure customers are given a minimum of 48 hours’ notice prior to any planned interruptions.

To facilitate the works, there will also be a traffic management system in place on Abbey Street. However the areas of work will be limited to short sections to minimise impact.

The works will be primarily carried out during daytime hours, though Irish Water says that night works “will be required” to support a small section of the works, which will be completed under a road closure. Locals can be assured that local and emergency traffic will be accommodated at all times.

Mr Cawley added: “We understand that this type of work is inconvenient, and our crews will make every effort to minimise disruption to the local people.

“These works are essential for Cavan Town, and the long-term benefits will far outweigh any short-term inconvenience. We thank the community for their patience and co-operation,” he added.