The Joe Dolan Memorial Bridge is situated on the outskirts of Mullingar. At 540 meters, it is the longest bridge in the Republic Of Ireland. Officially opened on 6 th September 2010, it is the final section of an orbital route which takes in existing bypasses on the N4 to the north and the N52 to the east of the midlands town, a move the council hopes will improve quality of life and increase business opportunities.