Integrated Water Resource Management
As defined by the Global Water Partnership, integrated water resource management is a process which promotes the coordinated development and management of water, land, and related resources in order to maximize the resultant economic and social welfare in an equitable manner without compromising the sustainability of vital ecosystems. Resources available within this theme provide guidance on how to conserve and restore watersheds, reduce pollution, adapt to climate change and reduce risks from floods and droughts.
Integrated Water Resource Management Resources
Predicting Water Availability in Irrigation Tank Cascade Systems: The Cascade Water Balance Model
Published:
January 1, 2001U.S. Agency for International Development
This report presents "Cascade", a water balance model that can predict tank water availability in the Thirappane tank cascade system in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. The model determines tank water availability on a daily basis for the purpose of improving productive use of the water...Read more
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Sri Lanka, South East AsiaOn-Farm Drainage in Mahaweli System B
Published:
August 1, 1993U.S. Agency for International Development
The main objective in conducting this study was to find the effectiveness of subsurface drainage system in maintaining the water table below the root zone throughout the year to facilitate the cultivation of OFCs.Read more
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Sri Lanka, South East AsiaTwo Tank Systems in Polonnaruwa District, Sri Lanka
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February 1, 1988U.S. Agency for International Development
The fifth volume in the Water Management Synthesis II special studies series reports on findings of a study of farmers and main irrigation system officials in Polonnaruwa, Sri Lank. It examines bureaucracy, farmer water control, and adequacy of organizational structures.Read more
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Sri Lanka, South East AsiaWorkshop for the National Water Supply and Drainage Board of Sri Lanka, June 6-10, 1983
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August 1, 1983U.S. Agency for International Development
A workshop to discuss and resolve eight previously identified problem areas was held from 6/6-6/10/83 for 25 central- and regional-level managers of Sri Lanka's National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB). The workshop, reported on herein, was rated 8.6 on a 10-point scale by...Read more
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Sri Lanka, South East AsiaIrrigation Development Options and Investment Strategies for the 1980'S: Sri Lanka
Published:
September 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International Development, Colorado State University
Rather than explicitly considering irrigation development options, this paper identifies the problems facing Sri Lanka's irrigation sector and offers recommendations for their resolution. First, the Government of Sri Lanka has not given sufficient attention to the role of irrigation in future...Read more
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Sri Lanka, South East AsiaProposed Water Management Program for Major Irrigation Schemes in Sri Lanka
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January 1, 1979U.S. Agency for International Development, CH2M HILL
Because of poor irrigation management, much of Sri Lanka's agricultural lands can be farmed only occasionally or only during the Maha season -- despite the fact that sufficient rainfall exists for one or more crops per year. The purpose of this study is to determine the institutional,...Read more
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