Twin Boreholes: Solution to Irrigation Problem In Masama Area Of Dambo Dam,Kazaure Local Government, Jigawa

Abstract

Masama is an area located about two kilometers (2km) in the northern part of Dambo dam in Kazaure Local Government area of Jigawa  State. Boreholes drilled in the area by jetting methods cannot exceed a depth of 8. 2 - 9m depth. This is as a result of bedrock reached at  this depth. In this research, a borehole drilled to 9m depth was found to have a water discharge rate of 1.31 litres per second. This rate is  inadequate for irrigation. Then an identical borehole were drilled two meters (2m) away from the former, which was tested to have a  discharge of 1.47 litres per second, still not enough for irrigation. To increase the discharge, the two boreholes (now called “Twin  boreholes”) were connected to the same pump and the discharge was found to be 2.78 liters per second, which is very encouraging and  adequate for good, reliable and effective irrigation in the locality. The result of this research work reveals that irrigation can now be  possible in Masama using twin boreholes. The farmers of the area can now farm all year round and this would curtail or eliminate poverty  and boost food security in Masama, Kazaure and Jigawa state as a whole. The findings of the research work can still be improved  production by using other sources of power for maximum profit, easy maintenance and usage.