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Athlone, River Shannon, Co. Westmeath·Under wayFlood & Coastal

Athlone Flood Alleviation Scheme

  • StageUnder construction; works across eight flood defence cells (Mar 2025)
  • Value~€27m (estimate, Mar 2025)
  • Next milestoneComplete remaining flood cells
  • Last checked1 November 2026
Source: Shannonside, OPW Minister says cost of Athlone flood defence works are worth it →

What has changed on this project, and when

  • Next milestone: Complete remaining flood cells2 November 2026 · previously: Final defence works (e.g. Bastion Quay wall raising)
  • Stage: Under construction; works across eight flood defence cells (Mar 2025)2 November 2026 · previously: active
  • Value: ~€27m (estimate, Mar 2025)2 November 2026 · previously: ~€24m

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