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Construction of Beit Lahia Stormwater Infiltration Basin

Key facts

Works
Earthworks, geotextile covering, pipework, valves and fittings, commissioning
Quantity
Basin capacity 50,000 m³
Locations
Beit Lahia, North Gaza
Purpose
Stormwater storage and groundwater recharge

Construction of a new stormwater infiltration basin in Beit Lahia for the Palestinian Water Authority, funded by the World Bank. The basin, with a capacity of 50,000 m³, stores rainwater and lets it infiltrate into the groundwater aquifer. MACC carried out the earthworks, geotextile covering, pipework, installation and commissioning.

Scope of work

  • Construction of a new infiltration basin with a storage capacity of 50,000 m³
  • Earthworks for the basin
  • Geotextile covering
  • Supply and installation of pipes, valves and fittings
  • Installation and commissioning works