1. Project Background: The Shemagan Canal had an abundant water supply, and prior to the project's completion, excess water was often discharged directly into nearby rivers after irrigation. Meanwhile, the Beinan Upper Canal often faced challenges with murky water, preventing irrigation in the downstream areas. These two irrigation areas faced opposite issues—one with excess water and the other with scarcity. By utilizing advanced irrigation techniques and with minimal construction costs, the water resources of the two areas were connected, significantly boosting water resource usage. This allowed local farmers to cultivate with confidence, thereby increasing crop yields and improving product quality.
2. Construction Location: Taitung City, Taitung County.
3. Total Project Cost: NT$4,149,000.
4. Construction Period: From September 13, 2006, to December 25, 2006, with a total duration of 104 calendar days.
5. Project Details: New construction of a farm pond and channel, installation of one sprinkler irrigation system, and landscaping work. Other related works.
1. The project integrated water sources from two different systems, enhancing irrigation efficiency for farmland.
2. Local stones were used as the primary construction materials, significantly reducing costs.
3. The bottom of the farm pond was constructed using clay soil, meeting natural environmental requirements.
4. The Irrigation Association handled the project's design, contracting, and supervision, strengthening its design and oversight skills through ongoing learning and hands-on experience.
5. Taitung City Office and the Xinyuan Village Community Development Association played an active role in adopting and maintaining the park, helping to lower management costs while contributing to the goal of sustainable development.
1. Increased Agricultural Output: The efficient use of excess water from the Shemagan Canal provides irrigation for approximately 400 hectares of farmland in the downstream area of the Beinan Upper Canal, securing an annual agricultural output value of approximately NT$250 million, benefiting about 500 farmers.
2. Cost Reduction: Given the high costs and uncertain benefits of a comprehensive improvement plan for the Beinan Upper Canal intake, this project, with its limited funding, acts as a temporary solution to help bridge the financial gap.
3. Provision of High-Quality Water: The project supplies high-quality water to 60 hectares of the Taitung University campus, benefiting over 3,000 faculty members and students by enhancing the environment and water quality.
4. Increased Visitor Numbers: The number of visitors to the area increased from about 3,000 in 2005 to 8,000 in 2006, and by 2007, the number of visitors had grown to approximately 20,000.