Drainage Division 
The Drainage Division of the Ministry has the mandate to develop and maintain main watercourses and irrigation systems; provide advisory services to ensure efficient and effective flood erosion and sedimentation control, drainage, irrigation, and reclamation, in a cost effective manner, in order to improve the life of the citizens of Trinidad and Tobago.
The core activities of the Drainage Division are to:
- Provide effective and efficient drainage services to reduce flooding
- Provide and ensure adequate water supply for irrigation for farmers
- Provide Value for Money Services in all drainage and related services provided by the Ministry
- Develop and implement policies, plans, standards, regulations, rules and requirements for quality drainage flood control
- Be proactive in planning provision of drainage services and the maintenance of all watercourses
- Maintain a heightened sense of security, comfort and satisfaction in the minds of the public
- Provide communication, information and an avenue for consultation to create awareness and participation by the public in drainage management
Some key services provided by the Drainage Division include:
THE MINISTRY OF WORKS AND TRANSPORT'S DRAINAGE DESILTING PROGRAMME 2019
ALL ABOUT FLOODING IN TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO
THE MINISTRY OF WORKS AND TRANSPORT'S
COMPREHENSIVE DRAINAGE DESILTING PROGRAMME
PUBLIC SERVICES
Requirements for Land Developers to Obtain Drainage Design Approval
Process to obtain Final Drainage Approval

Children's Brochure

Contact the Drainage Division:
#42 Chootoo Road,
El Socorro,
Trinidad and Tobago,
West Indies.
Tel: (868) 225-3521