Ministry Activities
Grand Barrages and Reservoirs Sector
A strategic sector responsible for the construction, operation, maintenance, and rehabilitation of major water structures, ensuring the efficiency, reliability, and sustainability of the water management and distribution system.
Role of the Grand Barrages and Reservoirs Sector
The sector manages and develops major water structures along the Nile River, its two branches, main canals, and Rayahs, supporting the stability of the water system, improving operational efficiency, and preserving vital infrastructure.
Barrages Construction
Construction of new barrages and their associated facilities, including navigation locks and bridges.
Operation & Maintenance
Operation and maintenance of water structures to ensure continuous and efficient performance.
Rehabilitation & Upgrading
Rehabilitation of existing barrages and structures and upgrading their structural and electromechanical components.
Operation Systems Development
Modernization of barrage, navigation lock, and bridge operation systems and improving electrical operational efficiency.
The Sector in Numbers
81
Major Barrages and Water Structures
17
Barrages Recently Studied, Rehabilitated, and Upgraded
8
New Barrages Under Construction
Key Works and Projects
Construction, rehabilitation, and development of major water structures
New Dayrout Barrages
Construction of the New Dayrout Barrages Group to improve the water distribution and irrigation system in Upper Egypt.
Completion Rate: 99%
New Bahr Moise Barrage
Construction of the New Bahr Moise Barrage as part of projects to develop water structures and improve the efficiency of the irrigation system.
Completion Rate: 25%
Esna Spillway Upgrade
Modernization of the Esna Spillway gate operating systems and improvement of the control and operation system.
Completion Rate: 67%
Edfina Barrage and Navigation Lock
Continuation of rehabilitation and upgrading works for the Edfina Barrage and Navigation Lock in Beheira Governorate.
Fum El-Tawfiki and Menoufi Barrages
Electromechanical maintenance works to improve operational efficiency and ensure continuity of operation.
Completion Rate: 95%
Damietta Weir and Spillway
Updating operation system data and rehabilitating the components associated with the structure.
Completion Rate: 99%
Technology and Innovation in Structure Management
The sector utilizes modern technologies to survey and document hydraulic structures and improve the efficiency of monitoring and maintenance activities.
One of the key applications is the use of 3D laser scanning technology to develop a comprehensive knowledge base for hydraulic structures.
3D Laser Scanning
Using 3D laser scanning technologies to survey and study hydraulic structures.
Knowledge Database
Building a knowledge base to support maintenance, replacement, and rehabilitation decisions.
Integrated Maintenance and Structure Preservation System
Gates
Gate inspection and maintenance.
Cranes
Upgrading operational equipment.
Structures
Inspection, rehabilitation, and structural reinforcement.
Underwater Inspection
Imaging and inspection of submerged components.
Safety
Monitoring occupational safety procedures.
Environmental Dimension of Projects
Implementation through an integrated environmental monitoring, protection, and safety framework
Groundwater
Monitoring groundwater levels as part of the environmental studies for projects.
Air Quality
Monitoring air quality as part of environmental monitoring activities.
Noise & Vibrations
Monitoring noise and vibration levels and their impacts during implementation.
Occupational Safety
Ensuring a safe working environment and providing training on occupational safety procedures.
Rehabilitation and Upgrading Projects
Ongoing works to maintain the efficiency of major water structures
Fum Tanta Navigation Barrage
Rehabilitation and upgrading of the Fum Tanta Navigation Barrage in Menoufia Governorate.
Abu El-Sheqouq Weir and Spillway
Rehabilitation and upgrading of the barrage and the Balida Bridge deck in Giza Governorate.
Beltag, Basyoun, and Samoul Barrages
Rehabilitation and upgrading works for a number of barrages in Gharbia Governorate.
El-Safiya Weir
Rehabilitation works in Kafr El-Sheikh Governorate.
El-Atf and Mit Barrah Weirs
Rehabilitation and upgrading works in Menoufia Governorate.
El-Bostan Weir
Rehabilitation of the weir located on the Nubariya Canal in Beheira Governorate.
Efficiency
Improving operational efficiency and water management.
Safety
Protecting the safety of structures and personnel.
Sustainability
Supporting the sustainability of the water resources system.