Eklat at the Mühlenteich: residents complain about stench and low water!

Eklat at the Mühlenteich: residents complain about stench and low water!

The mill pond in Bienenbüttel has recently struggled with greatly sunk water levels and an increased sludge collection. Residents report unpleasant smells and poor water conditions. Davide Calabrese, a local resident, has expressed detailed on the dilapidated situation on Facebook and strongly recommends action, since the pond is not only valuable for the residents, but also an important habitat for animals and plants.

In the past, the mill pond enjoyed great popularity, especially in winter for ice skating and on warm summer days to relax. However, the pond is currently in a questionable condition: the water level is so low that ducks can run over the water surface. This unfortunate development could be related to the barum-Bienenbüttel-Bach, which serves as a water supply. The sand traps have grown strongly on the banks of the stream, which contributes to the reduction in water volume, as reports [AZ-Online].

a long -term problem

The causes are not only in the growth of plants. Over the years, Faul sludge has accumulated, which not only affects water quality, but also has to be disposed of. The costs for the sludge of the mill pond could increase to several hundred thousand euros, which is a significant burden for the municipal treasury. Mayor Dr. Merlin Franke reveals that the municipality of Bienenbüttel only manages part of the pond itself and that the main load is on the residents and the community. Another disadvantage is that the legal obligation to sludge does not exist, so measures are often pushed to the long bank when there are other priorities, such as the construction of new institutions.

A good example of the extent of the problem provides the neighboring town of Trittau. A similar picture can be seen there. The mill pond has not been slamming in 40 years, which has proven to be a decisive obstacle. There, the estimated costs for a thorough sludge amount to around 1.3 million euros, whereby the burdens for the budget of the community are considerable. The municipality of Ulsnis has now developed a new procedure that uses bacteria to reduce the rotten sludge and thus drastically reduce the disposal costs, which represents an encouraging example of innovative solutions. Why not keep an eye on such a solution in beebüttel?

A call to action

Calabrese and his wife try to remove the mud by working in the pond. They have been committed to dredging the mill pond for over ten years and hope for a quick action on the part of the community. It is now clear that the nature conservation organization NABU also recommends that ponds regularly decay. Ideally every five years to ensure the water quality in the long term and to protect biodiversity. It remains to be seen whether the municipality finds a solution to maintain and revitalize this important local waters.

The situation around the Mühlenteich not only represents a challenge, but also has an opportunity to initiate positive change through joint action and innovative approaches. Here is a clear call to the citizen and the community to put together and plan the next steps. Further information and tips on pond care can be found at [Teichratberger-Garten].