National Irrigation System Development Project
New Deirout Barrages Project
An integrated project to develop the irrigation system in Middle Egypt, improve water management and distribution efficiency, and serve agricultural lands across five governorates.
Project Overview
The New Deirout Barrages Project aims to improve irrigation conditions across an area of approximately 1.6 million feddans, representing around 20% of Egypt’s old agricultural lands, and serving the Middle Egypt region across the governorates of Assiut, Minya, Beni Suef, Fayoum, and Giza.
The project focuses on developing the barrages system and improving the control of water discharges and levels, contributing to better water management and distribution and enhancing the efficiency of the irrigation system in the region.
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Project at a Glance
”1.6
5 Governorates
Assiut, Minya, Beni Suef, Fayoum, and Giza
38 Monitoring Stations
For monitoring and tracking water discharges and levels
99.1%
Completion rate as of March 2026
Project Objectives
”Improved
Improved Water Management
Provide a modern system for monitoring water discharges and levels and supporting decision-making.
Preserving Heritage
Preserve the historic barrages complex, which was established more than 150 years ago.
Developing the Surrounding Area
Improve and landscape the project area in a manner reflecting its historical and engineering significance.
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Project Components
An integrated system for barrages development and water management
New Barrages Complex
The new complex consists of barrages serving a number of main intakes and canals, including Bahr Youssef Head Regulator, Ibrahimia Head Regulator, Badraman Head Regulator, Deiroutia Head Regulator, Abu Gabal Head Regulator, Dalgawi Irrigation Intake, and Sahelia Intake.
Monitoring and Control System
A system for monitoring water discharges and levels, comprising 38 monitoring stations, in addition to a main station at the Deirout Barrages Complex control building and a sub-monitoring station at the Water Distribution Administration in Assiut.
Project Timeline
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48 Months
Original project implementation period
28 February 2026
New barrages complex became operational
15 June 2026
Revised completion date published on the project page
Implementation Status
The project had reached 99.1% completion as of March 2026, according to the information published on the project page.
The new barrages complex was completed and became operational on 28 February 2026. The water discharge and level monitoring system was also completed, with trial operation beginning on 30 March 2026.
Training activities for the operation and maintenance of the project components also commenced in accordance with the operation and commissioning plan.
99.1%
Completion rate as of March 2026
Additional Works
”Security
Site Landscaping and Beautification
”Alternative
Key Project Information
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Project Contractor
Dai Nippon Construction of Japan
Project Cost
JPY 5,854 million
+ EGP 700 million
