Code
F13
Sector
Forest
The complete description of the NWRM
Summary
Peak flow control structures are designed to reduce flow velocities in networks of forest ditches. Peak flow control structures are engineered ponds designed to limit the rate at which water flows out of a ditch network. Because the structures slow water flow, they will contribute to sediment control and can reduce the size of flood peaks. Peak flow control structures will have a limited lifespan as sediment will eventually fill in the upstream detention pond. However, ponds can be maintained by removal of accumulated sediment.
Illustration(s)
Peak flow control basin in forest, (Slovakia)
Source: Michal Kravcík’s presentation, NWRM Workshop 1
Possible benefits with level
| Benefits | Level |
|---|---|
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BP1 - Store runoff
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High
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BP2 - Slow runoff
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High
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BP6 - Increase infiltration and/or groundwater recharge
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Medium
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BP7 - Increase soil water retention
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Medium
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BP8 - Reduce pollutant sources
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High
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BP9 - Intercept pollution pathways
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High
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BP10 - Reduce erosion and/or sediment delivery
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High
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BP12 - Create aquatic habitat
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Low
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BP13 - Create riparian habitat
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High
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BP14 - Create terrestrial habitats
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Medium
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ES1 - Water storage
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Medium
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ES2 - Fish stocks and recruiting
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Medium
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ES4 - Biodiversity preservation
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Medium
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ES5 - Climate change adaptation and mitigation
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Low
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ES6 - Groundwater/aquifer recharge
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Medium
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ES7 - Flood risk reduction
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Low
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ES8 - Erosion/sediment control
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High
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ES9 - Filtration of pollutants
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High
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ES10 - Recreational opportunities
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Low
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ES11 - Aesthetic/cultural value
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Low
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PO1 - Improving status of biology quality elements
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Low
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PO2 - Improving status of physico-chemical quality elements
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Low
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PO3 - Improving status of hydromorphology quality elements
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Low
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PO4 - Improving chemical status and priority substances
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Low
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PO5 - Improving quantitative status
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Low
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PO7 - Prevent surface water status deterioration
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Medium
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PO9 - Take adequate and co-ordinated measures to reduce flood risks
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Low
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PO10 - Protection of important habitats
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Medium
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PO11 - Better protection for ecosystems and more use of Green Infrastructure
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Medium
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PO12 - More sustainable agriculture and forestry
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Medium
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PO13 - Better management of fish stocks
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Medium
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PO14 - Prevention of biodiversity loss
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Medium
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