The €3.8 million Flood Relief Scheme for the River Wad in Clontarf has been completed.
The project follows heavy flooding in 2008 and 2009.
Most recently, in 2023, Storm Antoni affected residents at Castle Court and Auburn Estate leading to damaged homes, cars, electricity outages, and the evacuation of many nearby houses and apartments.
The river Wad flooding also disrupted Irish Rail trains on the day (August 3rd), suspending services between Killester and Clontarf Road until 1pm.
The completion of the River Wad Flood Relief Scheme will now provide protection for approximately 55 residential and commercial properties from Clanmoyle Road to the end of Clontarf Promenade.
Clontarf locals say there is a “sigh of relief” in the area after its completion, while the removal of sandbags, described as 'eye-sores', has also been welcomed.
Local representatives said this is a positive step forward for protecting Clontarf, but that this must go hand-in-hand with assuring residents get home insurance.
Dublin City Independent Councillor Kevin Breen welcomes the completion as he spoke to Radio Nova:
“This is a massive milestone for the residents particularly in Castle Court and Auburn Estate who in 2023, were victims of a severe flood and have lived in constant fear of the same happening again.”
He continued:
“These works will provide real peace of mind to local families and businesses while also helping the area become more resilient to the impacts of climate change. It is a significant investment in the future of Clontarf and demonstrates the value of partnership between Dublin City Council, the OPW and the local community.”
The completion of this €3.8 million Flood Relief Scheme comes as June 2026 was the fourth warmest June on record. However, Met Éireann also reported above-average rainfall across the country, making it the 11th wettest June ever recorded in Ireland.
