Development of a guideline in appropriate engineering standards for low-volume and labour-based roads

The goal of this research project is “To promote sustainable livelihoods and contribute to the socio-economic development of disadvantaged rural populations through improved road access provision”, and the purpose is “To reduce the lifetime cost of unpaved rural roads by promoting appropriate engineering standards, planning tools and works procedures for labour-based construction and maintenance”. The three outputs are: (a) research results (Planning and Management Tools); (b) Engineering Standards; and, (c) dissemination, training and capacity building.

Project symbol

LES/03/01/LES

Admin unit

EMP/INVEST

Start date

22/08/2003

End date

31/12/2007

Total allocation

260396

Total expenditure

Status

Closed

260396

Development Partners

Ireland, Irish Aid

Country/Countries

Lesotho

Outcomes

Sustainable Enterprises