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Project Description :
The Flood Mitigation Program for Banda Aceh
will help protect the central business area of
Aceh’s provincial capital Banda Aceh against
flooding.
Even in pre-tsunami times, Banda Aceh has been prone to fl ooding from tide and rains. The destruction of
flood gates as well as pumping stations has resulted in periodic flooding of the low-lying areas of Banda
Aceh. Without fl ood protection, reconstructed public and private goods are prone to new damage. The
project installs state-of-the-art rubber flood valves and restores the pumping and drainage system in
Drainage Zone 2. It closely coordinates with the overall drainage and flood prevention reconstruction
plan of the Municipality. Government staff is trained to ensure maintenance and sustainability of the
installed hardware.
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| Project Name |
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Flood
Mitigation Program for Banda Aceh
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| Grant Amount |
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US$ 6,50 million |
| Start/ End |
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May 2006 - December 2009 |
| Geographic Area |
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Banda Aceh |
| Partner Agency |
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World Bank |
| Executing Agency |
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Muslim Aid |
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Achievements to date:
The activities implemented by the Banda Aceh Flood Mitigation Project are substantially finished with full completion expedted before the end of 2009.
In early 2006, the project installed 11 flood valves to prevent tidal flooding and to drain one of the most flood-prone areas of Banda Aceh. This reduced the occurrence of flooding after rains and during high tide, and led to increased community satisfaction. Construction is complete on the three punping stations of the main civil works contract. all flood valve installations are done, and the remaining drainage works is expected to be completed by the end of 2009.
Pilot waste management activities have started in several villages. These activities have started in several villages. These activities include collecting and removing household waste to municipal waste pick-up points. Motorized 3-wheel waste collection vehicles are used in this process, and paticipating communities undertook a study tour with Local Governemnt for community waste management, composting and recycling.
Results as of Sept 30, 2009 |
Targets |
Achievements |
Immediate flood reduction through flood valves |
11 |
11 |
| Drainage system reconstructed |
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Pumping Stations |
3 stations |
Complete |
Flood valves (Zone 2) |
All flood valves in Zone 2 |
Complete |
| Drainage (reconstruction/ rehabilitation) |
4.4km/ 12.3km |
Completion expected in 2009 |
Challenges:
The project has taken strong steps to mitigate challenges. To promote sustainability of the investments made, training programs are being held for equipment operators. Flood mitigation system maintenance and operation has also been an integral part of the training sessions provided. The project has collaborated closely with another MDF funded project, the Tsunami Recovery Waste Management Program to promote the sustainability of proper waste management in the area.
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