PHOTO OF THE DAY: Watermaster busy in Sondu Miriu reservoir, Kenya

The Sondu Miriu reservoir in Kenya was clogged with sediment and invasive hippo grass, affecting power generation, irrigation and water supply for nearby communities. Bainridge Construction restored the reservoir by removing over 150,000 m² of invasive hippo grass by raking and clearing hundreds of thousands of cubic meters of sediment by suction dredging and excavating – all with one Watermaster.

Kenya’s dams perform vital functions, from supplying irrigation water and generating hydropower to controlling floods.

Faced with numerous challenges such as invasive vegetation, siltation, and pollution, many dams in Kenya require immediate action to ensure cleaner water sources, improved energy generation, and flood prevention.