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SHANNON NAVIGATION –
KILLALOE CANAL FLOW
CONTROL GATE,
MOORINGS AND
ANCILLARY WORK
Co. Clare


The principal element of this work involved the construction of a
new reinforced concrete lock structure and the design and
installation of a hydraulic flow control gates and associated
control system.

To construct the new reinforced concrete chamber a substantial
coffer dam was constructed in the existing canal, which is 18m
wide. The completed structure is clad in stonework to match the
existing canal.

Steel lock gates and swinging mechanism were constructed off
site and installed before re watering the works. The electrical,
hydraulic and control system were contractor designed, including
CE Marking the completed mechanism.

The ancillary works included the installation of a 400m long
sheet pile quay and timber promenade, providing services to
new moorings and general landscaping the amenity area.
Client Waterways Ireland
2 Sligo Road,
Enniskillen
Co. Fermanagh
BT74 7JY
Value €1.3m

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