Multipurpose Earthen Dam
Type: Technologies
Creation: 2010-11-03 16:50 Updated: 2019-03-06 15:19
Compilers: Sankar Paul
Reviewers: David Streiff, Alexandra Gavilano
Country/ region/ locations where the Technology has been applied and which are covered by this assessment
- Country: Bangladesh
- Region/ State/ Province: Chittagong Hill Tracts
- Map: View Map
Description of the SLM Technology
Short description of the Technology
Artificial earthen dam constructed in the narrow valley of the hills for water harvesting, aquaculture, house hold uses and irrigation.
Detailed description of the Technology
The embankment is situated in the narrowest part of the valley using soil from nearby areas. Earthen dam constructed in the narrow valley of the hiills for water harvesting,aquaculture, house hold uses and irrigation of seasonal crops. Both sides of the embankment are protected by a bamboo mat. The usual length is 30 m, width 5 m and height 1.5 m. The bund is compacted manually, easy maintenance, enviornment firendly.