Surat Creek Flood Mitigation Plan: 188-Km Survey Completed, Hydrology Study Begins

Surat: After three instances of creek flooding in July triggered anger among residents in affected areas, the administration has stepped up efforts to find a permanent solution to the problem. A special committee meeting on creek flood prevention was held at Tapi Bhavan on Monday. The meeting focused on surveying the city’s creeks, studying hydrology models and increasing their water-carrying capacity.

According to the consultant appointed by the civic administration, DGPS and drone surveys of around 188 km of creeks passing through Surat city have been completed. Processing of the survey data has also been completed, and work on the hydrology model has now begun.

Based on the model, the danger levels of the creeks will be reassessed. The consultant will submit a preliminary report along with recommendations for necessary changes within the next 15 days.

Creek Widening Work Underway Near Sachin, Althan-Bamroli

The Drainage Department-2 has started creek widening work using 10 excavators in the upstream section of Sachin Bridge and the downstream section of Althan-Bamroli Creek Bridge along the Bhamaiya-Kadodara Creek.

Of the planned 800 metres, work has been completed on around 140 metres, with approximately 19,000 cubic metres of soil removed so far.

The administration has also forwarded suggestions, applications and reports received from flood-affected areas to the consultant for further assessment and necessary action. The consultant is expected to submit the preliminary report within 15 days. DeshGujarat