Egyptian Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation, Hani Suwelim, received a report from Eng. Abeer Thabet, head of the Dams and Major Barrages Sector, on the maintenance work being carried out on the spillway gates of the new Nag Hammadi Dam on the Nile River. The report indicated that the periodic maintenance of spillway gate number 2 had been completed and it was put back into service. Preparations are underway to start the scheduled maintenance of spillway gate number 4.
The maintenance work is being carried out by the Electromechanical Works Department of the New Nag Hammadi Dam Administration. Minister Suwelim emphasized the importance of continuing the periodic and preventive maintenance of water structures to ensure their efficiency and high technical readiness. This will guarantee the safe and regular operation of the dam, contributing to the efficient management of the water system.
The new Nag Hammadi Dam consists of a dam and a spillway with 7 openings, as well as a power plant and two first-class navigation locks. The dam was built in 2008 to replace the old one, meeting current and future water needs, generating clean and environmentally friendly electricity, and developing the river transport system.
The new Nag Hammadi Dam supplies water to the East and West Nag Hammadi irrigation canals, which cover around 750,000 feddans. The dam also generates approximately 460 GWh of clean electricity annually. Furthermore, it enhances river navigation through two first-class navigation locks, allowing two large navigation units to pass simultaneously.
Minister Suwelim directed the continuation of maintenance work, adhering to the specified time programs and applying all technical regulations to ensure the optimal completion of the work. The minister's oversight aims to ensure the dam's optimal performance, supporting Egypt's water resources and irrigation systems.
The maintenance work is part of the Egyptian government's efforts to upgrade and maintain its water infrastructure. The government's focus on water resources and irrigation systems reflects its commitment to ensuring a stable and efficient water supply for various sectors, including agriculture, industry, and drinking water.
The new Nag Hammadi Dam plays a vital role in Egypt's water management system, supporting the country's agricultural, industrial, and drinking water needs. The dam's operation and maintenance are crucial to ensuring a stable water supply and generating clean electricity for the country's growing population.
Key points
- The Egyptian Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation, Hani Suwelim, is overseeing maintenance work on the new Nag Hammadi Dam's spillway gates on the Nile River.
