Irrigation and Drainage (SENARA)

What is the purpose of the irrigation and drainage procedure?

This procedure is carried out to ensure the efficient and sustainable use of water in irrigation systems and to guarantee proper drainage of agricultural or urban areas prone to waterlogging or flooding.

• Design and evaluation of agricultural irrigation projects with a technical and environmental approach.
• Control of rainwater or agricultural drainage systems to prevent erosion and damage to crops.
• Assessment of water use efficiency and flow management in existing systems.
• Promotion of pressurized irrigation technologies and rational water resource management.

This process allows producers and developers to optimize water use and comply with SENARA’s technical criteria for resource management in agricultural areas.

How does Geo Costa Rica support this procedure?

At Geo Costa Rica, we provide comprehensive technical advisory services for irrigation and drainage projects, combining expertise in hydraulic engineering, topography, hydrogeology, and environmental management. Our support includes:

• Hydraulic design and modeling of surface or pressurized irrigation systems.
• Evaluation of natural drainage and planning of infrastructure for flood control.
• Flow measurement and soil characterization to determine irrigation efficiency.
• Preparation and submission of technical documentation to SENARA for project approval.
• Institutional coordination with MAG, MINAE, and municipalities according to the project’s location.

This technical support ensures that project designs comply with water efficiency and sustainability standards promoted by SENARA.

Why work with Geo Costa Rica?

Geo Costa Rica combines expertise in hydrogeology, geotechnics, and water resource management to provide comprehensive solutions for the planning and development of irrigation and drainage projects.

This service is aimed at agricultural producers, engineering firms, public institutions, and investors who seek to optimize water use and meet the technical criteria required by SENARA.