水利部发布2项水利行业标准

Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Water Resources of China has released two new industry standards for the water conservancy sector, which will take effect on March 31, 2026, aimed at enhancing the quality and integration of water culture in engineering projects [1][2]. Group 1: New Standards - The first standard, "Guidelines for Water Culture Design in Water Engineering" (SL/T 859—2025), is a newly established standard consisting of five chapters, focusing on the design requirements and integration of water culture in large and medium-sized water conservancy projects [1]. - The second standard, "Design Specifications for Reservoir Bottom Cleaning in Water and Hydropower Engineering" (SL 644—2014), is a revised version of the previous standard, containing 12 chapters and one appendix, aimed at improving the design quality of reservoir bottom cleaning [2]. Group 2: Objectives and Benefits - The new guidelines are intended to promote the integration of cultural elements into water conservancy projects, enhancing the cultural value and functionality of engineering works [1]. - The revised cleaning specifications will ensure the safety of reservoir operations, protect the ecological environment, and prevent water quality pollution, thereby creating favorable conditions for economic and social development in reservoir areas and downstream regions [2].