SUSTAINABLE WATER MANAGEMENT OF BAN THA DONG, VILLAGE No. 13, THA SOB SAO SUB-DISTRICT, MAE THA DISTRICT, LAMPHUN PROVINCE

Abstract

The objectives of the research were 1) to study the living conditions and problems of water for use in the life of Ban Tha Dong community, Village No. 13, Thab Sao Sub-district, Mae Tha District, Lamphun Province; 2) to study the guidelines for sustainable water management in the maintenance Life of Ban Tha Dong Community, Village No. 13, Thab Sao Sub-district, Mae Tha District, Lamphun Province like to work in the area a group of farmers who use water in the area and a group of 26 leaders in Ban Tha Dong community. Data were collected by literature review and using surveys, interviews, observation forms and group discussions as research tools.

1) Most of the topography of Ban Tha Dong community is mountains, forests, and the Mae Tha River Basin has a very steep slope. Mae Tha River is the main river. It is like a lifeblood that nourishes the people, most of whom are engaged in agriculture. The lack of water for consumption and agriculture is a major problem that affects the quality of life in terms of society, economy, resources and the environment of the community.

2) Sustainable water management guidelines arise from applying the King's science on water management to solve water problems in life by relying on the participation of people in the community as an important mechanism. There were jointly built temporary check dams in the Mae Tha River at 6 dams. Empirical results from the participation of Ban Tha Dong community were the establishment of a learning center. "A model village following in father's footsteps"