NI Water has completed the construction of a state-of-the-art wastewater pumping station in the village of Drumahoe, Londonderry, to serve the growing community and provide environmental protection to the River Faughan.
The new facility – costing over £1million – replaces the existing outdated pumping station, located to the rear of a residential property, which was approaching the end of its operational life.
David McClean, NI Water Senior Project Manager said: “Investments like this are fundamental to ensuring that our wastewater network continues to meet the needs of the communities it serves, both now and into the future.
“The new pumping station – constructed on lands previously owned by Housing Executive – has been designed with the future in mind, providing greater capacity to cope with periods of heavy rainfall while supporting the area’s continued growth.
“It features a significantly larger underground storage tank, including dedicated stormwater storage to help protect the local environment.
“The station is also equipped with modern remote monitoring technology, enabling operators to quickly identify and respond to any issues, helping to keep the wastewater network running efficiently.”
The new pumping station is part of a multi-million-pound programme of investment by NI Water across Derry/Londonderry.
Other significant wastewater schemes underway include a new wastewater pumping station and pipelines at Lenamore and Skeoge; the relining of the Culmore Trunk Sewer; and the laying of new pipes under the River Foyle at Strathfoyle.
