Former President Joaquin Balaguer requested that President Hipolito Mejia suspend the construction of the Manabao-Tavera-Bejucal hydroelectric complex. The former President feels that the dam would affect the main water sources of the country. In a written communication to President Mejia, the influential politician urged that the dam construction be suspended until its execution is studied further and alternatives found. The Manabao dam complex would be built at the top of the Cordillera Central where the Yuna, Nizao and Yaque del Norte rivers are born. Balaguer feels this project would affect the natural resources of the province of La Vega. He endorsed the construction of the Guaigui Dam in La Vega. The government recently announced this dam.
