Shinan County Secures 13 Billion KRW in National Funding for Drainage Improvement Project

Long-Awaited Solution to Farmland Flood Damage in Bong-ri, Jido

Sinan County, Jeonnam (Governor Park Woolyang) has selected Bong-ri in Jido-eup as the target site for a drainage improvement project to prevent recurring flood damage in agricultural areas.

According to the county on the 13th, a total of 13 billion KRW in national funds has been secured for this project, which is expected to benefit approximately 120 hectares of farmland and residential areas.

Exterior view of Shinan County Office

The drainage improvement project involves refurbishing existing drainage facilities such as channels and pumping stations, as well as establishing disaster prevention facilities. The selected Bong-ri area has suffered from annual flooding of farmland due to poor drainage. Through this project, the improvement of drainage facilities is expected to ensure safe farming and increase farm household income.

A county official stated, "This project, which will be carried out entirely with national funds, has been thoroughly prepared from the basic stage," and added, "We will do our utmost to ensure that the inconvenience suffered by residents for a long time is resolved as soon as possible through this project."

The project will begin with a detailed design in the first half of this year, start construction in 2026, and be completed by 2028.

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