Douglas (Laois) — water body quality
near Luggacurren, Laois
Douglas (Laois) is a river in Laois, near Luggacurren, extending 72.6 km.
Official classification
Good
Assessed 2026
Good ecological status under the Water Framework Directive means the biology and chemistry of this water body depart only slightly from near-natural conditions for its type, which meets the Directive’s environmental objective.
| Stretch | Status |
|---|---|
| Douglas (Laois) | High |
| Douglas (Laois) | Good |
| Douglas (Laois) | Good |
Overall status reflects the worst stretch (precautionary).
This water body
- Type
- River
- Length
- 72.6 km
- County
- Laois
- Location
- 52.9142, -7.0620
Others in Laois
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