This dataset contains comprehensive assessments of water project performance and sustainability across Nandi County, Kenya. The survey evaluates water access infrastructure-including springs, boreholes, piped systems, and other water sources-across nine key dimensions: reliability, water quality, affordability, accessibility/distance, safety and security, management effectiveness, PWD (person with disabilities) access, conflict management, and environmental hygiene.
Each record includes:
Project information: Name, type (spring, borehole, piped system, etc.), primary function (domestic, irrigation, livestock, mixed), and ownership (public, private, community)
Service quality ratings: Numerical scores (scale 1-5) for nine service dimensions with corresponding perception classifications
Governance indicators: User committee registration, women's representation in leadership, and payment mechanisms
Sustainability assessment: Open-ended responses on major threats to project sustainability and presence of water-borne disease incidences
Economic data: Water pricing (per 20L jerrican/bucket)
Geographic coordinates: Latitude and longitude for spatial analysis and mapping
Purpose: To assess water project service delivery performance, identify sustainability risks, and inform prioritization of water infrastructure investments and maintenance interventions across Nandi County.
Use Cases: Infrastructure planning, water service equity analysis, sustainability risk assessment, climate resilience evaluation, targeted investment decisions