Well Rehabilitation and Sustainable Drinking Water Supply Project

About This Project

This vital project was implemented to rehabilitate and operate the Zibdeen well, providing a sustainable and safe source of drinking water for the affected population in the Zibdeen area, Rural Damascus. The project relied on a stable power source (an electricity line exempt from load-shedding) to ensure continuous operation without interruption, reflecting a long-term approach to addressing the water crisis.

Project Objectives:

1.  To rehabilitate an old or non-functional water well.
2.  To secure a sustainable source of safe drinking water for the local community.
3.  To reduce dependence on unsafe water sources or the purchase of water at high prices.
4.  To improve the health and living conditions of the beneficiary families.

The project work included the following:

• Mechanical Rehabilitation Works:* Deep cleaning of the well, inspection and replacement of the submersible water pump, and replacement of damaged pipes and fittings.
• Electrical Rehabilitation Works:* Installation of a new electrical transformer to ensure voltage compatibility for the well pump’s operation.
• Connection to a Stable Power Source:* The well was connected to *an electricity line exempt from load-shedding*. This ensures continuous water pumping without interruptions caused by standard power rationing schedules, a pivotal point for guaranteeing the project’s efficiency and effectiveness.
• Quality and Pump Tests:* Conducting bacteriological and chemical quality tests for the water to ensure its safety for drinking, and testing the pumping system to measure its efficiency and daily output.