Major works are to begin this year on upgrading the wastewater infrastructure in Buncrana, Ballybofey and Stranorlar.
Uisce Éireann, working in partnership with Donegal County Council, are carrying out the works as part of the sewerage scheme. When complete, the work will bring significant improvements to water quality in Lough Swilly and the River Finn by eliminating stormwater overflows, safeguarding the environment and supporting social and economic development.
The scheme will commence in two phases, with construction starting in Ballybofey and Stranorlar in March with the second phase of the works in Buncrana to commence at the end of April.
Local Councillor Patrick McGowan welcomed the announced but called for better communication with locals and businesses as a matter of urgency.
The works in the Twin Towns will include the replacement of the existing pumping station at Navenny and upgrades to the existing St Joseph’s Pumping Station and Glenfinn Road Pumping Station.
Approximately 2km of sewer network will also be upgraded to increase capacity, allowing for current and future population growth of the town. The works will also include the decommissioning of two existing storm overflows.
Residents and visitors to Ballybofey and Stranorlar will see works taking place along Chapel Lane, Stranorlar Main Street, Navenny Road, Chestnut Road and St Joseph’s Pumping Station. During the works traffic management will be in place however local and emergency access will be maintained at all times. The works will be carried out by Ward & Burke Water Limited on behalf of Uisce Éireann. The works which are due to commence in March 2023, will be completed by the end of 2024.
