Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, the Managing Director and CEO of the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), conducted an inspection of the ongoing progress at the 30 million imperial gallons (MIG) water reservoir project in Hatta.
This project, with an estimated cost of approximately AED 86 million, has reached an impressive completion rate of 89.42% and is anticipated to be finished in the fourth quarter of 2023.
During his visit, Al Tayer was accompanied by Branly Nassour, Vice President of Projects and Engineering (Water) at DEWA, and Ahmad Saif Alfalasi, Senior Manager – Projects Water Transmission.
The scope of the project encompasses the construction of two reservoirs, each with a capacity of 30 million gallons of desalinated water. Additionally, it involves the construction of auxiliary buildings and the extension of entrance and exit pipes. The foundational work for all facilities and reservoirs has been completed to 100%, while above-ground construction is at 92%, and nearly 99% of the pipes have been laid.
Al Tayer highlighted the significance of DEWA’s projects in Hatta, aligning with the Comprehensive Development Plan for Hatta initiated by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. These projects aim to cater to Hatta’s social, economic, developmental, and environmental requirements, while also creating job opportunities for citizens. Moreover, the water reservoirs support the Dubai Integrated Water Resource Management Strategy 2030 and the UAE Water Security Strategy 2036. They enhance the efficiency and reliability of the water network and increase the water storage capacity in Dubai to 1,152 MIG, up from the current 942 MIG. This expansion helps meet current and future demands and promotes comprehensive sustainable development.
DEWA is also working on a project to store 6 billion gallons of water in aquifers, providing the Emirate with a strategic reserve of over 50 million gallons of desalinated water per day in emergencies for 90 days, while ensuring the quality of the stored water remains unaffected by external factors.
This project, with an estimated cost of approximately AED 86 million, has reached an impressive completion rate of 89.42% and is anticipated to be finished in the fourth quarter of 2023.
During his visit, Al Tayer was accompanied by Branly Nassour, Vice President of Projects and Engineering (Water) at DEWA, and Ahmad Saif Alfalasi, Senior Manager – Projects Water Transmission.
The scope of the project encompasses the construction of two reservoirs, each with a capacity of 30 million gallons of desalinated water. Additionally, it involves the construction of auxiliary buildings and the extension of entrance and exit pipes. The foundational work for all facilities and reservoirs has been completed to 100%, while above-ground construction is at 92%, and nearly 99% of the pipes have been laid.
Al Tayer highlighted the significance of DEWA’s projects in Hatta, aligning with the Comprehensive Development Plan for Hatta initiated by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. These projects aim to cater to Hatta’s social, economic, developmental, and environmental requirements, while also creating job opportunities for citizens. Moreover, the water reservoirs support the Dubai Integrated Water Resource Management Strategy 2030 and the UAE Water Security Strategy 2036. They enhance the efficiency and reliability of the water network and increase the water storage capacity in Dubai to 1,152 MIG, up from the current 942 MIG. This expansion helps meet current and future demands and promotes comprehensive sustainable development.
DEWA is also working on a project to store 6 billion gallons of water in aquifers, providing the Emirate with a strategic reserve of over 50 million gallons of desalinated water per day in emergencies for 90 days, while ensuring the quality of the stored water remains unaffected by external factors.
