Wastewater upgrade works begin in Tinryland, Co Carlow

Carlow County Council today (20 Janurary) announced the closure of L-3052 Tinryland, Co. Carlow between its junctions from the L1023 and L1022 from 9 February to 23 February 2026 to facilitate an Uisce Éireann wastewater infrastructure upgrade in the area. 

Wastewater infrastructure in Tinryland does not currently meet demand and overflow sewage from houses in the area is entering the local stream, affecting water quality in the River Barrow catchment. Uisce Éireann plans to connect Tinryland to Carlow town’s wastewater network, which has capacity for the area’s wastewater load. They then plan to convert the treatment plant into a new pumping station.

The upgrades will ensure discharge meets environmental standards. Once completed, the long-awaited project will also create a robust wastewater network so that the community can continue to grow and develop. It is one of several water and wastewater projects happening in Carlow that are improving capacity for development.

The works are expected to have no impact on water supply for residents in the area. There will however be a ‘stop/go’ affecting traffic on the N80 in the next couple of weeks. Uisce Éireann described it as a minor inconvenience to enable a bigger, positive project for Tinryland. The water service said they will regularly update the community about the works and will have a community liaison on site during construction.

Shareridge will carry out the works, which have an estimated completion date in 2027, on behalf of Uisce Éireann.

David Shalloo, portfolio manager with Uisce Éireann, thanked the community in advance for their co-operation and asked for their patience while they complete the upgrades.