Ruhr Binnerfeld

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Ruhr Binnerfeld


Factsheet: Ruhr Binnerfeld

General
Country DE
River Name Ruhr
Site Name Ruhr Binnerfeld
River Characterisation
River typology
Location (Lat Lon) 51.44153, 7.96113
Altitude lowland: < 200 m
Catchment area large: > 1000 - 10000 km2
Geology
National code/
River type name
Typ 9.2: mid-sized mountain river

Biological quality elements
Ecosystem Services
EU Directives
Pressures
Measures
Other
Project size 3.5 km
Approximate costs > 1 000 000 Euros
Synergy
Status Realised
Period of realization 2007 - 2012
Evaluation Hydromorphological and ecological changes
Implemented by Bezirksregierung Arnsberg, Staatliches Umweltamt Lippstadt, Hochsauerlandkreis, Angelverein


Key features of the case study

Site description

The restored site Binnerfeld in the river Ruhr is located in the Federal State of Northrhine-Westfalia in the urban area of the city Arnsberg. The Ruhr in Arnsberg belongs to the NATURA 2000 area, serves as an important place for local recreation and is highly frequented by cyclists, walkers and canoeists. Prior to restoration the river was flowing monotonously in a constrained and narrow planform fixed at the banks by riprap. The main aims of the restoration measures were to restore more natural hydromorphological conditions and to re-establish longitudinal connectivity resulting in a higher morphological and biologcial diversity. Moreover, it aimed to increase the aesthetic value of the river section and to raise people’s awareness of the importance of biodiversity by making nature tangible. Restoration measures were implemented step-by-step from 2007 to 2012 on a total river length of 3.5 km.

Restored site of Ruhr Binnerfeld

Measures selection

Restoration measures conducted:

  • removal of bank fixation to initiate bankside erosion
  • creation of flood-prone areas
  • widening of river bed
  • creation of side arms
  • restructuring of river bed and banks by sediment addition
  • placement of large wood

Success criteria

Ecological response

Hydromorphological response

Monitoring before and after implementation of the project

Socio-economic aspects

The area along the Ruhr serves as an important place for local recreation and is highly frequented by cyclists, walkers and canoeists. Furhtermore cafes and restaurant close to the restored site were built.

Contact person within the organization

Extra background information

References

http://www.arnsberg.de/umwelt/wasser/renaturierung_binnerfeld.php (english language. Also available in other languages)



Related Measures

Related Pressures