Case study:LIFE IP IRIS Enns Mandling Restoration
Project overview
Status | Complete |
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Project web site | http://life-iris.at/en/massnahmen/new-river-enns-near-mandling/ |
Themes | Flood risk management, Habitat and biodiversity, Hydromorphology, Monitoring, Social benefits |
Country | Austria |
Main contact forename | Martin |
Main contact surname | Wenk |
Main contact user ID | User:Martin.wenk |
Contact organisation | BML |
Contact organisation web site | http://https://www.bml.gv.at/ |
Partner organisations | Land Salzburg |
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Project summary
After an 8-month construction period, work on the Enns near Mandling was mostly completed in early summer 2023. Here, two former river loops of the Enns were restored.
The result? A natural and lively river that can once again flow more freely and constantly changes. Natural processes are creating new gravel and sand banks in the renaturalized sections and deep pools alternate with shallow, flooded areas. As a result of these measures, the river is once again better connected with the surrounding area and the water balance is more in equilibrium. In the event of a flood, water can be buffered in such areas and flooding in the settlement area is reduced.
The positive effects are already clearly visible. The ecological condition of the River Enns has improved noticeably and the river and the adjacent banks are an important habitat for many native animals and plants.
Monitoring surveys and results
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Lessons learnt
Early negotiations with landowners are crucial!
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Other case studies in this subcatchment: Conservation strategies for forest and wild river in Gesaeuse: the Johnsbach Beck restoration, Conservation strategies for forest and wild river in Gesaeuse: the River Enns restoration
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