Residents invited to discuss critical dyke reinforcement plans for Southern Waaldijk-East
A 35.5-kilometre stretch of the Southern Waaldijk-East between Weurt and Dreumel fails to meet future safety standards. Waterschap Rivierenland is hosting information meetings on March 25 and 30 to explain the reinforcement plans and gather input from local residents.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Dyke Section | Southern Waaldijk-East |
| Location | Between Weurt and Dreumel (35.5 km) |
| Issue | Does not meet 2050 safety requirements |
| Responsible Authority | Waterschap Rivierenland |
| Meeting Dates | March 25 (Beuningen) and March 30 (Winssen) |
| Meeting Time | Doors open at 7:15 PM, starts at 7:30 PM |
| Registration | Not required |
| Route Details | Weurt → Nijmegen border → Beuningen → Ewijk → Winssen → Deest → Dreumel |
| More Info | Waterschap Rivierenland Website |
Waterschap Rivierenland is the government body responsible for managing water barriers, including dikes, in the region. Their role involves regular safety assessments and implementing reinforcements to protect communities from flooding and ensure long-term water security.
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Information meetings about dyke reinforcement
Research shows that parts of the Southern Waaldijk-East dyke section do not meet the safety requirements for 2050. This concerns the dyke between Weurt and Dreumel, covering a length of 35.5 kilometres. Waterschap Rivierenland is examining what measures are needed to keep it safe in the future. During the information meeting, you can learn more about this and ask questions.
Reinforcement is necessary
Waterschap Rivierenland is responsible for the dikes in our municipality. The fact that research is now being conducted into the Southern Waaldijk-East does not mean that it is unsafe. Regular checks are carried out to ensure that everything still meets the requirements. However, adjustments will be needed in the long term. Our dyke requires reinforcement.
Stay informed
Waterschap Rivierenland would like to update you on the start of the exploration phase for the dyke reinforcement project. This will take place on:
- Wednesday, March 25: De Tinnegieter, Leigraaf 2, Beuningen
- Monday, March 30: Community Centre De Paulus, Molenstraat 2, Winssen
Doors open: from 7:15 PM. The meeting starts at 7:30 PM.
Registration is not required. You are very welcome.
More information
Want to know more? Visit the website of Waterschap Rivierenland.
The entire dyke section starts on the west side of Weurt lock. The dyke briefly touches the municipal border of Nijmegen near the Van Heemstraweg and then runs through the rural areas of Weurt, Beuningen and Ewijk. After the underpass under the A50, the dyke follows the route along Winssen and Deest and then continues via Boven-Leeuwen to Dreumel.