Water storage at former MOB complex in Odijk combats waterlogging and dehydration
A water storage facility has been created at the grounds of the former MOB complex in Odijk in order to combat waterlogging and dehydration. A rainwater sewer drains precipitation to a natural water storage area.
Water management at the former MOB complex in Odijk has been redesigned to be more sustainable and climate resilient. Rainwater from roofs and paved surfaces would normally be discharged through the sewer system to a wastewater treatment plant. As part of this project, the rainwater is collected and transported through a pipe system to a natural water storage area.
To create the water storage area, space was made within an existing green strip on the western side of the site. A shallow basin was excavated to temporarily store rainwater. The collected rainwater is transported to this basin through a central stormwater sewer approximately 250 metres long. The system consists of a concrete pipe with a diameter of 600 mm, installed about two metres below ground level.
The stored water is gradually returned to the environment. Part of the water infiltrates into the soil, while the remainder is slowly released into the water board’s water system. This water can then be used to support agriculture and horticulture in the region, helping to reduce the effects of drought.
Lesson learned from the project
A key challenge in this project was that part of the stormwater pipe had to be installed on private property. This required extensive consultation with the businesses located on the site, as well as agreements on access and legal arrangements. The project showed that effective stakeholder engagement and cooperation with local landowners are essential for successful implementation.
Contact person
Fred Odijk
Gemeente Bunnik
030-6594848
f.odijk@bunnik.nl