Quebrada El Leon Flood Control Project

Trujillo, La Libertad, Peru

The Quebrada El Leon flood control project was part of a Peruvian government program aimed to reduce recurring flood risks and minimize damages. Hatch was engaged with developing the project’s conceptual design, conducting cost-benefit analyses, securing environmental permitting, and delivering detailed engineering for construction. Despite facing a fast-tracked schedule and navigating through a challenging environment characterized by climate change impacts, public safety concerns, flash floods, and high seismicity, the project successfully achieved its goals.

The jury commended the team for their emphasis on capacity building, knowledge transfer, and prioritizing safety and security, all while completing the project on time and under budget. By utilizing community manpower and knowledge, the project showcases the effectiveness of local collaboration.

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Hear what the Jury Chair had to say about this project.