The Pump is Installed!

The pump is finally complete! Well, for the most part. We have completely installed the pump system and conducted a pump test. This picture here shows the first drop of water coming out of the well since the pump has been installed!

After we confirmed the pump was working properly, local masons including a few Kipingi community members worked on a concrete pad that supports the pump and has been placed to ensure proper drainage. The last thing we want is a mosquito breeding ground.

All that is left is to let the concrete cure. We also added some chlorine down the well to do an initial disinfection. It takes 2 days for the chlorine to disperse. In the mean time, the well has been locked so no one uses it prematurely and we have met with several community members to talk about the proper use of the well. Everyone is excited to use the new well!