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Cologne District

Rhein-Erft-Kreis
Kerpen

Weir at the retention basin Naturpark Rheinland

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Cologne District

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Kerpen

Weir at the retention basin Naturpark Rheinland

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Weir at the retention basin Naturpark Rheinland

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    February 14, 2018

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    The weir system controls the inflow into the retention basin in flood peaks.
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    November 9, 2019

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    flood protection
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    December 26, 2025

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    The severe flooding in July 2021 demonstrated the importance of flood protection and flood control measures. Here in the south of Cologne, the storms also caused extensive damage, but by retaining water, worse outcomes can often be prevented.
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