Evolution, present status and issues concerning small tank systems in Sri Lanka [Small tanks in Sri Lanka: evolution, present status and issues]

The core of this study involved an examination and analysis of certain key features of the traditional small tank cascade systems: a) the location and design of the systems in the past b) the hydro-system which considers the overall hydrological balance and groundwater conditions c) maintenance and...

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Autores principales: Panabokke, Christopher R., Sakthivadivel, Ramaswamy, Weerasinghe, A.D.
Formato: Libro
Lenguaje:Inglés
Publicado: International Water Management Institute 2002
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Acceso en línea:https://hdl.handle.net/10568/36415
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Sumario:The core of this study involved an examination and analysis of certain key features of the traditional small tank cascade systems: a) the location and design of the systems in the past b) the hydro-system which considers the overall hydrological balance and groundwater conditions c) maintenance and tank use d) tank management and integration with local farming systems