| Description | Category:Open source technology(no license fee required) |
Its a very cost-effective and strong rainwater harvesting structure wherein multiple semicircular arches are made using locally available stones and cement, which is 60% lower than conventional check dam.
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Feature:
 | Performance parameters | High storage capacity.Social implication: Social and gender justice empowerment at minimal cost.
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| Functionality | |
| Efficiency | |
| Price/ cost /bill of materials (in USD) | 230 for 100 feet long dam (1 USD = 45 INR).
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| Bench marking (technical and market) | High storage capacity.
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| Technical Specifications | Dimensions | |
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| Materials Used | Locally available stones and cement.
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| Opportunities |
- Application: As rainwater harvesting structure for streams, rivulet and water bodies in watershed area.
- Alternative application: In construction of small bridges.
- Diffusion potential: in the developing countries.
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| Technology Status | Ready to Market |
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