Mati River is one of the largest rivers in Albania, with a catchment area of 2,441 km2 that covers the municipalities of Lezha, Mirdita and Kurbin. The river basin is relatively mountainous with downstream alluvial plains where most of the population and economic activities are located, exposed to floods under high flows due to heavy rains and snow melting.
In order to avoid future disasters for the inhabitants of the areas in danger, the rehabilitation of flood protection infrastructure in the Mati River is considered a high priority for Albania. This includes the rehabilitation of 12.5 km of dikes on both sides of the river and the reconstruction of a 1.8 km coastal dike on the right bank of the river.
To support these efforts, WBIF has financed the preparation of the Detailed Design, Environmental and Social Impact Assessment and Tender Documents to enable the implementation of investments.
