€33 million wastewater treatment plant upgrade for Virginia
The works which commenced this month are due to be completed in late 2026.
Uisce Éireann, working in partnership with Cavan County Council, are set to invest €33 million in the upgrading the wastewater treatment plant in Virginia.
Approximately 6,000 people living in the local area stand to benefit from the long awaited upgrade.
Once completed, the project will increase the capacity of the sewer network to future-proof against projected population growth and will enable and support the long-term social and economic development of Virginia and the surrounding areas.
The upgraded treatment plant will ensure the treatment of wastewater is fully compliant with EU Urban Wastewater Treatment Directives and Wastewater Discharge Licence Emission Limit Values.
It will also eliminate all non-compliant combined sewer overflows within the area, says Uisce Éireann, formerly Irish Water.
Furthermore the improvements will lead to a cleaner environment and enhance Virginia’s amenity value, while safeguarding the water quality of the nearby Lough Ramor.
Uisce Éireann Portfolio Manager, Patrick Greene, said the modernisation works will bring “real advantages to Virginia and the environment, which will undoubtedly foster future community growth.”
“The Virginia Wastewater Treatment Plant is a crucial piece of infrastructure for Cavan and once the upgrade works have been completed, we will be able to ensure that we can accommodate future growth and protect the environment in a more efficient way,” said Patrick.
“The project reflects Uisce Éireann’s commitment to the efficient delivery of critical infrastructure in order to support local communities across Cavan.
“I want to take this opportunity to thank the community of Virginia for their ongoing support and patience throughout the delivery of this vital wastewater upgrade for the community,” Patrick continued.
The works will include a major upgrade of the wastewater treatment plant, pumping station, existing storm tanks and the installation of new rising mains.
Veolia Water is carrying out these works on behalf of Uisce Éireann.
The works which commenced this month are due to be completed in late 2026.
Uisce Éireann is responsible for the delivery of all public water and wastewater services in Ireland. We are committed to continuously upgrading and developing critical infrastructure to support the growth needed in housing and across our economy, while protecting the environment and safeguarding water supplies.