Amman: An agreement was signed on Thursday to remove silt and sediment from the Wadi Shuaib Dam, which is expected to increase water storage by approximately 500,000 cubic meters. According to Jordan News Agency, the agreement was signed by Brigadier General Ashraf Awdat, Director of the Royal Engineering Corps, and Hisham Haisa, Secretary-General of the Jordan Valley Authority. The initiative aims to enhance the dam's storage capacity by removing sediment and increasing its ability to retain rainwater. Haisa stated that the Wadi Shuaib Dam, a crucial resource for agriculture in the central Jordan Valley, has a total capacity of 1.7 million cubic meters. The project will involve the removal of around 500,000 cubic meters of silt and sediment, with completion expected by next September. Minister of Water and Irrigation Raed Abu Saud underscored the ongoing efforts of the water sector, particularly through the Jordan Valley Authority, to enhance water harvesting, maintain dams, and remove sediment to preserve and sustain water facilities. These efforts ensure that dams are ready to store water during the rainy seasons, benefiting various sectors. The minister expressed appreciation for the support of the Jordan Armed Forces, particularly the Royal Engineering Corps, for their contribution to national water projects, including water harvesting initiatives, drilling, and the removal of sediment from key facilities. Brigadier General Naji Manaseer, Assistant for Operations and Training, noted that the partnership between the Ministry of Water and Irrigation, the Jordan Valley Authority, and the Armed Forces reflects the ongoing collaboration between government ministries and state sectors.