Construction Of One Haffir Dam And Two Bore Holes
Clients
IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC)
Services
Construction
Location
Dhimbil riyale (Marodi-Jex), Quljeed and Boon (Awdal Region)
Project Overview
This project combined both dam construction and borehole rehabilitation, reflecting the growing demand for integrated water resource solutions in Somaliland. At the Dhimbil riyale site, we constructed a new Haffir dam designed to collect seasonal rainwater runoff. In Quljeed and Boon, we rehabilitated two boreholes that had ceased to function due to mechanical wear and disrepair.
The Haffir Dam construction began with precise site setting out using GPS and RTK surveying tools to guide layout and structural alignment. Topsoil was stripped and stored for future landscaping and revegetation efforts.
Excavation of the reservoir was carried out to design specifications, ensuring slope stability and minimal environmental disruption. Embankments were formed using layered compaction, with moisture-conditioned fill to enhance durability and reduce settlement.
Key hydraulic structures, including reinforced spillways and silt traps, were constructed to manage overflow and protect water quality by filtering sediment. A secure perimeter fence was installed to safeguard the site.
Sustainable energy solutions were integrated through solar-powered systems connected to a submersible water pump, supporting clean and reliable water distribution. Additional auxiliary facilities, including an elevated water tank, animal troughs, public kiosks, a watchman’s room, and toilets, were constructed to enhance functionality and community access.
Borehole rehabilitation in Quljeed and Boon involved technical restoration through mechanical flushing, pump replacement, system rewiring, and performance testing. These efforts reinstated full and sustainable functionality, all completed in line with client standards and timelines.
Structural upgrades complemented the technical works, including the construction of elevated water tanks, rehabilitation of water kiosks, installation of animal troughs, and watchman rooms. An installation water supply system was also installed to serve the target communities efficiently.
The implementation team included three civil engineers, a project Manager, surveyors, and a workforce of over 25 personnel, including mechanical technicians, plumbers, concrete masons, and general laborers. The works were carried out with our machinery fleet, ensuring smooth operation across all three sites.
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Outcome & Delivery
We completed the dam construction and borehole rehabilitations within the agreed timeframe and to full technical specifications. The newly constructed Haffir dam reached its intended volume capacity, offering long-term water security to communities and livestock in Dhimbil riyale. The boreholes in Quljeed and Boon were successfully recommissioned, with water yields verified and systems operating at full capacity.
This integrated project allowed us to demonstrate our dual capabilities in both civil and mechanical works and reaffirms KEEPS reputation for delivering complex, multi-component infrastructure projects efficiently and professionally across rural Somaliland.