"A Louth councillor has raised "serious concerns" regarding the ongoing issues with the wastewater treatment pumping station at the M1 Retail Park, which he said "continues to significantly impact residents along the Old Slane Road." Independent Councillor Declan Power told the Drogheda Independent "this is not a new issue", noting that problems with the pump had previously arisen two years ago requiring repairs. He explained that the situation "has now escalated, with the current pump reaching a point where it requires full replacement and an increase in capacity to meet demand.""
"Cllr. Power said residents in the area have reported "distressing incidents" where wastewater has overflowed down the Old Slane Road, accumulating near the new housing estate at Gort Mell. "These incidents have raised serious public health, environmental, and quality of life concerns for those living in the area." "I have been in direct contact with the management team of the M1 Retail Park," said Cllr Power. "They are fully aware of the seriousness of the situation and have taken immediate interim actions.""
""Any significant rainfall could see a return of wastewater overflow, so it is crucial that permanent works are completed as quickly as possible" These actions include the removal of approximately 80 tonnes of waste from the pumping station and the installation of a temporary pump to stabilise the situation. However, Cllr Power stressed that these are short-term measures and that a permanent solution is essential. Plans are now in place for the installation of a new, upgraded pumping system with increased capacity, at an estimated cost of €500,000."
A councillor raised serious concerns about ongoing wastewater treatment pumping station problems at M1 Retail Park. The issues have continued since earlier pump failures two years ago and have escalated to a point where the current pump needs full replacement and increased capacity. Residents reported distressing incidents where wastewater overflowed down Old Slane Road and accumulated near the Gort Mell housing estate, creating public health, environmental, and quality of life concerns. Interim actions include removing about 80 tonnes of waste and installing a temporary pump to stabilise operations. Permanent works are planned, including a new upgraded pumping system with increased capacity at an estimated cost of €500,000. Dry weather has eased pressure, but significant rainfall could trigger renewed overflow.
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