Inishowen warned of possible water disruption as Uisce Éireann begins week‑long reservoir cleaning works
Uisce Éireann crews will carry out a week‑long programme of essential cleaning across Inishowen’s reservoirs from Monday, September 21, with customers in several towns advised to expect possible low pressure, temporary discolouration or intermittent supply as the works progress.
From Monday, September 21, to Friday, September 25, Uisce Éireann said works will take place to prevent any issues and keep the reservoirs in top condition.
A spokesperson for Uisce Éireann said when the works are underway, homes and businesses in Newtowncunningham, Aughaweel, Buncrana, Milltown and Manorcunningham and nearby areas might see reduced water pressure, temporary discolouration, or intermittent supply during or after the works.
On Monday, Uisce Éireann crews will be working on the reservoir in Dooish but will not start until the local school closes at 3pm. These works will affect our customers in the Newtowncunningham area.
Wednesday, September 23, will see works in Aughaweel which may affect our customers in the Buncrana area.
On Thursday, September 24, Uisce Éireann crews will be working in Ballyliffin, and on Friday we will round off the week of essential works in the Milltown Manorcunningham area.
Damien O’Sullivan, Uisce Éireann Water Networks Operation Manager for Co Donegal has assured customers that every effort is being made to keep disruption to an absolute minimum.
He said: “This programme of works is part of Uisce Éireann’s ongoing efforts to safeguard the quality and reliability of the water supply for homes and businesses across the county. While bypass systems are in place at some reservoirs to help minimise disruption, customers may experience reduced water pressure, temporary discolouration, or intermittent supply during or after the works.”
Damien O’Sullivan added: “Our crews will be working with care to have everything back to normal as soon as possible. We appreciate your patience as we carry out these essential works.”
The Uisce Éireann customer care helpline is open 24/7 on 1800 278 278, and customers can also contact @IWCare on X. A spokesperson for Uisce Éireann said customers can sign up to Uisce Éireann’s free text alert service for real-time local updates by registering their Eircode and mobile number at www.water.ie.