HULHULE-MALE’ BRIDGE PROJECT

EIA for the proposed Hulhule-Male’ Bridge Project
because the two service providers have their cables landing a the proposed bridge site. Concerns
also exist with Maldives Ports Authority regarding closure of Gaadhoo Koa, but they have
already been preparing for the change. Civil Aviation raised concerns about the bridge elevation,
equipment elevation during construction, lighting during construction and operation and the
significant time restrictions imposed when working closer to the airport. Among civic society the
surfers have serious concerns regarding the potential unuseability of the surfing area,
Raalhugandu, due to closure during construction and due to potential changes in wave conditions
following pier construction. Public using the Adi Park area were concerned that the most heavily
used areas are currently planned to be used as a work site in Male ‘during construction. They
recommended changing the orientation to avoid the main areas of use. This change has been
recommended in the alternatives section.
Monitoring plan is designed to assess significant impacts on key areas such as marine water
quality, noise, groundwater quality, air quality, waste management, marine pollution, social
changes and impacts on reef environment. The management plan for this project is designed to
produce a framework for anticipated impacts, including practicable and achievable performance
requirements and systems for monitoring, reporting and implementing corrective actions. In
addition provide evidence of compliance to legislation, policies, guidelines and requirements of
relevant authorities.
As the project has limited major adverse environmental impacts and relatively high socio
economic benefits, the project should be carried out as proposed and with the mitigation
measures and alternatives suggested in this report.
Prepared by: CDE Consulting & China Shipping Environment Technology
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