Entry from Directory of Selected Jordanian Water-related Institutions

NAME OF INSTITUTION:	Jordan Valley Authority
CONTACT OR DIRECTOR:	Eng. Zafer Alem
POSITION TITLE OF CONTACT:	Secretary General
ADDRESS OF INSTITUTION:	P.O. Box 2769, Amman - Jordan
TELEPHONE:	(+) 962 - 6 - 689400
TELEFAX:	(+) 962-6-689916
E-MAIL:	Zafer.Alem@mwi.gov.jo
ACTIVITIES:	A. The development and use of water resources of the Jordan Valley for purposes of irrigated agriculture, domestic and municipal uses, industry, hydropower generation and other beneficial uses, for the protection and conservation of these resources, and the implementation of all works related to the development, utilization, protection and conservation thereof, including: 1. Conducting studies required for evaluation of water resources including hydrological, hydrogeological and geological studies, drilling of exploratory wells and installation of observation wells. 2. Planning, design, construction, operation and maintenance of irrigation projects and related structures and works of all types and purposes including dams and appurtenant works, pumping stations, reservoirs and water conveyance and distribution networks, surface and subsurface drainage works, flood protection works, and roads and building needs for operation and maintenance. 3. Soil surveys and classification, and the identification and reclamation of lands for use in irrigated agriculture, and dividing them into farm units. 4. Settlement of disputes arising from the use of water resources. 5. In coordination with the Water Authority of Jordan, organize and direct the construction of private and public wells. 6. Development and improvement of the environment and the living conditions in the Jordan Valley, and implementation of the related works including: Setting rules and regulations for areas of land outside town and village borders on which construction of buildings is permitted, setback lines, rights of way, etc. Development of land zoning to define land-use; i.e., residential, industrial, agricultural, etc. B. Planning, design and construction ~ farm roads. C. Development of tourism in the Jordan Valley including construction of touristic and recreational facilities. D. Social development of the Valley inhabitants including the establishment of private institutions in order to help them contribute to the improvement of the Valley and to the achievement of development objectives. E. Additional development activities as requested from the cabinet.

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