Water Management Success Kalayaniwattana District Water Chiang Mai Province Retardation Weir

Abstract

            Water retention weirs in Kalayaniwattana District, Chiang Mai Province, play an important role in local water resource management. However, systematic evaluation of their success is lacking. This results in a lack of clear supporting data for future problem-solving and development, providing a guideline for improving water management efficiency and enhancing community sustainability. This academic article aims to analyze the success factors in water management by developing water retention weirs for people, communities and agencies or joint management in Kalayaniwattana District, Chiang Mai Province. It was found that: Social factors were found to include genuine community participation at all stages, fair conflict resolution, respect for local culture, and raising awareness of water management, as well as good governance and addressing social inequality. Economic factors include supporting the agricultural sector to have water security, increasing production and income for farmers. In addition, it also promotes other economic opportunities in the community, such as: Tourism and the consideration of long-term economic value and benefits and environmental factors, including appropriate water resource management. To increase water storage and maintain ecosystem moisture, conservation and restoration of forest resources in watershed areas to maintain water quantity and quality, and consideration of the physical characteristics of the area, including the impact of climate change.