The objective of the Amaya dam project is to harness, conserve, and control and utilize the flood waters of the Amaya stream catchment. The project main target is to supply domestic and irrigation water to the areas within Churo, Tangulbei and Silale wards in Baringo County and Amaya location in Samburu County. This development will contribute to reduction of conflicts arising from water scarcity in the area, increase towards agricultural activities and improvement of the livelihoods of the communities in the area. The proposed 48 m Height Dam is expected to serve a population of about 50,000 people and their livestock and irrigation of about 480 Ha.
