فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
Under the high royal directives, Morocco continues its efforts to accelerate the construction of 16 major dams across the kingdom. These extensive projects are part of the national water strategy aimed at enhancing water security and improving water resource management.
Sidi Abou Dam in Taounate Province
Among these vital projects, the Sidi Abou Dam in Taounate Province stands out as one of the most significant. Located on the Sebou River, this dam will store 275 million cubic meters of water to meet the water needs of the population and economic activities in the region.
Project Progress Stages
- Completion of Excavation and Filling: The excavation and filling works for the dam have been completed, and work is underway on the accompanying infrastructure.
- Construction of Water Pumping Station: The construction of the water pumping station and distribution networks linked to the dam is in progress to supply the benefiting areas.
- Road Construction: Roads leading to the project site have been built to facilitate construction and transportation operations.
Expected Objectives
- Enhancing Water Security: Strengthening water security in the region and meeting the increasing demand for drinking water, irrigation, and industrial activities.
- Agricultural Development: Contributing to the development of irrigated agriculture and expanding irrigated areas in Taounate Province.
- Flood Control: Assisting in flood control and mitigating their negative impacts on the population and properties.
- Environmental Balance: Contributing to maintaining environmental balance and developing fish resources in the Sebou River.
With this accelerated pace of executing major dam projects, Morocco reaffirms its commitment to enhancing water security and developing water resources as a fundamental driver of the kingdom’s economic and social development.
