Construct sediment basins

Habitat Function Type of work
Water bodies
Nutrient cycle
Water bodies management

Based on climate models, precipitation is increasing in Estonia, making it necessary to establish and maintain a high quality drainage system and ditching to adapt to climate change. Drainage of wet grasslands ensures grassland productivity, but also creates water-related habitats.

Description of the action

Create sediment basins.

Why?

Sediment basins are necessary to prevent sediments from entering sensitive water bodies. Construction should ideally take place during low-water periods.