Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 11 July 2018
192. Deputy Joan Burton asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the programme of studies over the next six months to evaluate the issue of flooding in the Hazelhatch area of Celbridge, County Kildare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31257/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Hazelhatch area of Celbridge, County Kildare was assessed as part of the Eastern Catchment Flood Risk Assessment and Management Programme. The Plans have identified the need for some further study of the area before being able to identify any feasible option to manage the existing flood risk.
Until recently it was understood that the more frequent flooding experienced in the area was due to culvert blockages at Willow Dale and Willow Avenue. Consultants were engaged by the local authority to carry out a Hydraulic Study to model flow and blockage scenarios in the area. This study highlighted the need for a re-assessment of the local hydrology. The study also revealed that an investigation of the operation of the local drainage network would also be necessary.
The Office of Public Works and Kildare County Council are currently scoping a single study to provide more information on the local hydrology and the operation of the local drainage network.
