Well Rehab Complete
February 16, 2024
In 2017, Drop in the Bucket, with funding from H2O for Life schools, drilled a new borehole well at Oriau Primary School.
Although the well had been working adequately, the government of Uganda has passed a law requiring all new wells to be fitted with stainless steel pipes. These pipes never rust and last a lot longer than galvanized iron pipes. Our implementing partner, Drop in the Bucket, has been outfitting all of their new wells with stainless steel pipes for the last few years.
This borehole well rehabilitation project included the following:
- Removing all of the old galvanized riser pipes and replacing them with new stainless steel pipes
- Replacing or cleaning and lubricating the hand pump
- Inspecting the original cement and replacing it if necessary
- Training members of the school and community to maintain and repair the pump when needed
Thanks to the Westridge Water Warriors for supporting this project!
