DESCRIPTION
The project will build upon the Government’s experience in preparation and implementation of the earlier phase of the program, which was successfully implemented, to develop a portfolio management approach across its dam and reservoir sectors. The key focus will be in five major components namely:
(i) Dam Operational Improvement and Safety Works and Studies
Supports physical works in rehabilitations, instrumentations and strengthening of the dam systems such as sedimentation management, instrumentation repair and rehabilitation of upstream/downstream water systems.
(ii) Operations and Maintenance Improvement and Capacity Building
Provides for strategic level studies, contingency plans and procedures for large dams; preparation of operational and maintenance plans; dams and reservoirs management plans; and emergency procedures.
(iii) Reservoir Sedimentation Mitigation
Supports (a) corrective measures such as dredging, flushing & diversion, check dams, etc., and (b) watershed management, environmental services, etc.
(iv) Dam Safety Institutional Improvement
Supports the preparation and regulatory documents and procedures for dam safety; strengthening of the institutions in monitoring, data processing and inspections of dams and reservoirs managed by Ministry of Public Works; and staff training in dam monitoring and operations.
(v) Project Management
Project management support to the implementation units for timely and effective delivery of the Project including monitoring and evaluation, procurement, financial management, safeguard monitoring, etc.
