Road closure in Meath to facilitate major water project between Duleek and Navan
Diversion routes will be clearly signposted, with local and emergency access maintained at all times.
According to Uisce Éireann, this closure will not come into effect until the L1610 Duleek to Balrath Crossroads route has been reopened, ensuring ongoing route availability for local traffic.
The works form part of a major infrastructure project aimed at securing a more reliable water supply for Navan. The project includes the construction of a 16km regional trunk water main and a pumping station, creating a strategic link between the Staleen Water Treatment Plant and the Proudstown and Carn Hill reservoirs that serve Navan.
Uisce Éireann's William McKnight said: 'This infrastructure will maintain supply in the event of planned or unplanned disruptions at the Liscarton Water Treatment Plant and will support development in an area that has seen unprecedented growth in recent years.'
The project is expected to support both residential and economic growth while safeguarding against future service interruptions.
A dedicated Community Liaison Officer remains active in the area to keep residents informed about traffic management and construction updates.
'We would like to thank the community for their continued patience and cooperation as we deliver this essential infrastructure for Navan and apologise for any inconvenience these necessary works may cause,' Mr McKnight added.
Funded by the Local Democracy Reporting Scheme.
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