Water & Community Infrastructure
Bogawatta Yaya Well Restoration
CDC supported the restoration of the Bogawatta Yaya Well in Bootalanda village after it was completely buried and damaged by the Dittawa cyclone, helping the community recover an essential local water source.
Bootalanda • PallewelaAbout this project
Restoring water access after disaster-related damage
Water access is essential for everyday life, farming, and community resilience. After the Dittawa cyclone damaged and buried the Bogawatta Yaya Well, the community in Bootalanda village lost access to an important local water source. Restoration work helped them recover that access and move forward after cyclone-related disruption. The project involved clearing debris, carrying out structural repairs, and restoring the well to a functioning and safe condition for community use.
Focus Area
Water access and infrastructure restoration
Location
Bootalanda, Pallewela
Community Purpose
To restore a damaged community water source and support families affected by disaster-related infrastructure loss.
Project Gallery
The well, the restoration work, and community recovery
Why It Matters
Water Restoration Means Community Stability
When a village water source is damaged, the impact reaches homes, farms, and daily routines. Restoring wells and water infrastructure helps communities regain stability, dignity, and confidence after difficult moments. Access to clean water is not a luxury — it is the foundation of everything else.
- Restoration of a damaged community well buried by cyclone debris
- Recovery support linked to the broader Dittawa cyclone response
- Protection of local water access for the Bootalanda community
- Community infrastructure rehabilitation supporting long-term recovery
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