Irish Water say they are continuing to carry out works at Drogheda wastewater treatment plant and is committed to resolving any potential odour issues.
In a statement issued to Drogheda Life today, the water utility says they are aware of complaints from members of the public about malodours and is working closely with EPS Limited who operate the Plant and Louth County Council who manage the network on their behalf.
“Works already completed include; odour control unit upgrades; works to three primary settlement tanks and two aeration tanks and the installation of additional temporary treatment at the East Meath pumping station that conveys wastewater to the plant to reduce the potential for septicity of the wastewater” they said.
“Furthermore, a programme of network jetting is being delivered on an ongoing basis to clear general blockages in the network that could give rise to odours.
Irish Water is also progressing with plans to replace the anaerobic digesters on a phased basis over the next two years while the plant remains operational. To safely facilitate these works the digestion process has been switched off.
They have also commissioned an independent odour analysis report which is currently being reviewed by a team of wastewater specialists who will determine what additional measures may be required at the site.
Irish Water spokesperson Redmond Burke, said that the replacement of the anaerobic digester at the site represents a significant investment in the continued upgrade of the plant.
“We will continue to provide updates regarding works at the plant as we progress through this extensive programme of upgrades” he said.
Customers should report any issues directly to Irish Water’s call centre which operates 24/7 on 1800 278 278 or by email to operations@water.ie .
Real time reporting allows for the investigation of the reported odour as close to the time of the potential odour incident as possible.
