Safety of 431 dams in Albania - World Bank, 1.6 mln USD for preliminary feasibility study
The World Bank is expected to invest in the safety of dams in Albania. Referring to a document published on the official website of the international financial institution, by the end of January 2025, a fund of 1.6 million dollars is expected to be approved, which will be used for the design of preliminary feasibility studies for 431 existing dams.
The overall goal is to identify and address the risks posed by dilapidated water infrastructure with a focus on increasing the water storage capacity of reservoirs to adapt to climate change. Specifically, the project aims to prepare the ground for increasing the safety and carrying capacity of dams for the irrigation of 180,000 ha of agricultural land, mainly located in the western coastal part of Albania from Shkodra to Vlora, which would enable 200,000 farms to increase yields and income.
Subsequently, rehabilitation and modernization of dams, as well as improving their safety, will include hydrological assessment, structural strengthening and improvement of water storage in reservoirs, sediment management, modernization of control and monitoring and other measures that would improve safety and operation of dams. Increasing the safety of dams would provide socio-economic and environmental benefits in Albania.
Dams and irrigation systems play a crucial role in the sustainable use of water resources for agriculture and other purposes. Improving the climate resilience of irrigation systems can contribute more to efficient and sustainable water management, aligning with the focus on green, resilient and inclusive development.
Also, modernizing dams and improving the climate resilience of irrigation systems can help strengthen the country's economic sustainability. By ensuring the safety and efficiency of dams and irrigation systems, the country can better withstand the impact of natural disasters such as earthquakes and pandemics.
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