Integrated water resource management at West Delta region and related problems

Like any other development project, land reclamation projects have both positive and negative environmental impacts. For example land reclamation could provide better habitats for disease vectors and could contribute to consequent increase in diseases. Overuse of water, and/or improper drainage system could contribute to the waterlogging and soil salinization problems. Irrigation of lands at higher levels could contribute to waterlogging. The objectives of this paper are identification of prevailing problems that affect the sustainability of the aquifer at West Delta region and testing possible remedial measures. Continues monitoring for the aquifer from the quality and quantity aspect, updating the potentiality maps through a regular well inventory, and well licensing system is recommended.