Arklow Wastewater Treatment Plant

The project is based on the southside and northside of the Avoca River, in Arklow town, County Wicklow.

The project includes the demolition of the disused wallboard factory and the construction of a wastewater treatment facility, with all attendant buildings, utilities, and the outfall for treated water to sea.

The interceptor sewers run along the north and south quays of the Avoca River including a section crossing under the river.

The works are in a built-up area, requiring a significant interface with utility providers and stakeholders, as well as the general public.

There are currently no wastewater treatment facilities in Arklow town. As a result, untreated wastewater is being discharged directly into the Avoca River. The works shall rectify this problem and facilitate future development in the town. The long sea outfall pipe will safely discharge the treated wastewater to the Irish Sea when the new wastewater treatment plant is operational.