Optimization and purification of an aqueduct system in Colombia

  • 1290

    Beneficiaries

  • 189526

    Contributed by Ferrovial

  • 2013

    Year project executed

Social Infrastructures Project for the expansion and improvement of the coverage and supply of water and sanitation services in Pacurita, Quibdó (Colombia), along with the NGO Ayuda en Acción.

This project promoted the improvement of the quality of life of residents of the Pacurita township through the expansion and improvement of the coverage and supply of water and sanitation services. This included the renovation of the existing outlet, the construction of a storage tank and a water purification plant, and the installation of new distribution networks and home connections.

The project also included measures to form a Water Committee as a guarantee for the maintenance and operation of the system. Workshops were also held with different population groups to encourage healthy habits, safe consumption, and adequate hygiene practices.

  • Program: Social Infrastructures
  • Project: OPTIMIZATION AND PURIFICATION OF THE AQUEDUCT SYSTEM OF THE TOWNSHIP
  • NGO: Ayuda en Acción
  • Location: Township of Pacurita. Municipality of Quibdó. Department of Chocó. Colombia.
  • Period of implementation: 2013-22