Reinforcement of the Water Supply System of Bragança Municipality and Adjacent Areas

The purpose of this study was to identify a source of water to reinforce the water resources stored in Serra Serrada Dam reservoir, the main basis of urban supply for the region.

The Preliminary Study included the analysis of 4 alternative solutions, technically feasible, considering the technical, economic and environmental components:

• Veiguinhas Dam;
• Parâmio Dam;
• Castrelos Dam and
• Catchment at Azibo Dam reservoir.

This study was further completed with:

• the definition of measures to minimize impacts;
• a monitoring plan for the works and
• the environmental monitoring plans to be implemented.

The Environmental Impact Study of Veiguinhas Dam was also carried out, after being considered the best solution presented.