Following the recent completion of phase 1 of a major Water Infrastructure Improvement Scheme, serving customers in Strabane Town and the surrounding local area, we are pleased to announce the start of phase 2. 

Combined with the phase 1 work, a total of £5m has been invested in the local water infrastructure. Phase 1 involved the realignment and improvement of an essential water trunk main representing an investment of £3m. A further £2m will now be invested in additional improvements in the area.

Phase 2 involves laying approximately 3km of essential new mains to ensure additional resilience and security of the drinking water supply for local customers.

Anna Delargy, NI Water Project Manager said:

“I am delighted to announce the second phase of this Water Infrastructure Improvement Scheme is now underway. The new main will provide an essential water supply system for this part of County Tyrone, ensuring the ongoing provision of high-quality drinking water to our customers in Strabane and the surrounding area.

“The majority of the work will take place on private lands to help reduce disruption. However, some work will take place in the new year on the Bearney and Carrigullin Roads. Traffic management will be required and further details will be publicised as details are confirmed.

“I would like to thank our wider NI Water project team including contractor Farrans Glanua JV, local landowners, and the wider community for their continued support and co-operation as we progress the overall scheme.  We believe it will deliver a more resilient, improved water supply network and help safeguard the local drinking water supply for generations to come.”

ENDS

For further information, please email press.office@niwater.com