07-08-2025
Major wastewater infrastructure upgrade in Meath completed
The Stamullen Wastewater Scheme is expected to bring long term environmental benefits for the communities of Stamullen and Gormanston.
It involved converting the existing Stamullen Wastewater Treatment Plant into a modern pumping station, which now transfers all local wastewater to the Balbriggan Wastewater Treatment Plant for full treatment.
Approximately six kilometres of new twin rising mains have been installed, connecting Stamullen to the Balbriggan sewer network at Cardy Rock.
The system has been designed to accommodate future wastewater flows from the nearby village of Gormanston, ensuring long-term viability for the growing population.
Uisce Éireann's Conor Delaney welcomed the completion of the works.
He said: 'This project not only provides the infrastructure needed to support future housing and population growth, but also delivers real environmental benefits by removing the discharge of treated wastewater to the River Delvin.'
'We are delighted to have delivered this upgrade for the community, helping to protect local water quality while ensuring Stamullen has the water services it needs to thrive.'
With the wastewater now being transferred for treatment in Balbriggan, the decommissioning of the old treatment plant in Stamullen will mean a significant reduction in environmental impact locally.
