Döbelner Mulde closed: Large cleaning for the flap defense started!

Döbelner Mulde closed: Large cleaning for the flap defense started!

Dead. The path along the river between the coat of arms and the hospital has been closed to pedestrians for a few days, and for good reason: an extensive renovation order is underway!

A Dutch company has taken over the mission and uses a huge dredger ship that is positioned on a swimming platform! From there, the sediment, which has been deposited in the river, has been removed over the years, especially after the Christmas flood. These are questionable deposits that are often contaminated with heavy metals from the nearby Erzgebirge. In total, impressive 3,000 tons of material must be fetched from the bottom of the trough to secure the operation of the flaps!

massive effects on the environment

The worn earth is brought to the shore with a special frame, where it is unloaded. The material is stored on a property near the shore to dry before it is examined and finally disposed of. These steps are essential to guarantee the safety and functioning of the flap defense in the long term. The work is not only necessary, but also of great importance to protect the Ecosystem of the Mulde!

The actions in the heart of Döbeln show how important such comprehensive measures are in order to preserve the balance of nature in this region and to minimize the risks through contaminated deposits. The progress is being pursued with excitement, while working on the hollow are in full swing!