Sustainable canal lining with reinforced composite concrete and geo-textile

Conventional canal linings are prone to seepage, erosion, and structural deterioration, resulting in water losses and depletion of natural resources. Addressing these challenges is essential for improving irrigation efficiency and ensuring sustainable water management. This study presents a novel canal lining method that combines composite geotextile with interlocking composite concrete plates reinforced by steel bars. The production process begins with the placement of a composite geotextile fabric, serving as a filtration and stabilization layer to enhance erosion control and load distribution. Prefabricated concrete plates, designed with admixtures to increase strength and durability, are then interlocked and reinforced with steel bars to provide additional crack resistance and structural stability. This integrated system simplifies installation, reduces construction time, and forms a durable, impermeable lining capable of mitigating seepage, structural damage, and sedimentation in irrigation canals. Laboratory investigations demonstrate a 12% increase in crushing strength and a 30% improvement in load-carrying capacity, confirming the reliability and sustainability of the proposed canal lining solution. This study introduces a production method for canal lining that integrates interlocking composite concrete plates, reinforced with bars and composite geotextile, designed to mitigate seepage, structural damage, and sedimentation while improving load distribution and durability.•The lining system is produced by casting concrete with selected admixtures and embedding geotextile layers, resulting in laboratory-tested improvements of 12 % in crushing strength and 30 % in load-carrying capacity, ensuring enhanced structural reliability.•The developed method not only extends the service life of irrigation canals and reduces water losses but also supports environmentally sustainable water management practices with practical applications in agriculture and resource conservation.