Irrigation Infrastructure Development - Rewa
Rewa, Madhya Pradesh
Client
Water Resources Department, Madhya Pradesh
Value
₹ 95 Lakhs
Duration
7 Months
Completed
June 2023
Category
Irrigation Infrastructure
Project Overview
This project involved the design and construction of a new irrigation distribution network in Rewa district under the MP Water Resources Department. The project covered construction of a primary distribution canal, secondary field channels, check dams, and farm-level water control structures to bring 680 hectares under assured irrigation for the first time. Wave Earth Infratech managed the complete civil execution - from excavation and earthwork to RCC structures and commissioning - across a challenging terrain with mixed soil conditions and seasonal flooding risk.
Scope of Work
- Primary distribution canal excavation and lining: 5.6 km
- Secondary field channel network: 8.4 km earthen and lined
- RCC check structures (falls) construction: 12 nos
- Farm water control outlets: 340 nos
- Head regulator and sluice gate structures: 3 nos
- Earthwork excavation and embankment: 42,000 cum
- Access tracks and maintenance roads: 3.8 km
- Final commissioning, flow calibration and handover
Challenges & Solutions
Challenge
Mixed soil profile including expansive black cotton soil in eastern sections
Solution
Soil stabilisation with lime treatment before compaction in black cotton sections; additional lining thickness specified
Challenge
Seasonal flooding risk in low-lying areas during kharif season
Solution
Work sequenced to complete flood-prone sections before monsoon onset; temporary flood protection bunds erected
Challenge
Coordination of 340 farm connection points with individual farmers
Solution
Dedicated community liaison team worked with village panchayats to schedule and confirm each farm outlet location
Challenge
RCC check structure foundations encountered hard rock at 1.2m depth
Solution
Rock breaking equipment deployed; foundation design adjusted with department approval
Project Timeline
Month 1
Survey finalisation, setting out, and full mobilisation
Month 2-3
Primary canal excavation and embankment formation: 5.6 km
Month 3-4
RCC check structures and head regulator construction
Month 4-5
Secondary channel network excavation and lining
Month 5-6
Farm outlet connections, access road formation
Month 7
Commissioning, flow testing, final inspection, and handover documentation
Key Quantities
Equipment Used
- Hydraulic Excavator (PC200) - 2 nos
- JCB Backhoe - 1 no
- Dumper Trucks (10T) - 5 nos
- Concrete Batching Equipment - 1 set
- Concrete Mixers - 4 nos
- Compactor Rollers - 2 nos
- Dewatering Pumps - 3 nos
- Water Tanker - 2 nos
Project Impact
- 680 hectares brought under assured irrigation for the first time
- Approximately 1,800 farming families now have access to canal water
- Estimated 30-35% increase in rabi crop yields projected in command area
- 12 check structures improve water management and distribution control
- Reduced dependence on groundwater irrigation in the project area
- Maintenance road network enables department for year-round access
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