The Zarqa River is the third largest river in Jordan. It has a catchment area of 4,120 sq. km,
in which are located approximately 65% of the country’s population and more than 85% of
its industries. The river is polluted by untreated and partially treated domestic and industrial
wastewaters and domestic and industrial solid wastes.
Restoration of the Zarqa River Basin is a complex issue and is a primary concern of the
Government of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. To assist in addressing this concern, the
U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) has provided a grant to the Government of
the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan for consultancy services for a Feasibility Study for the
Zarqa River Basin Wastewater and Solid Waste Treatment Project.