Water deficiency threatens Wilchwitz ponds - experts warn of episodes!

Water deficiency threatens Wilchwitz ponds - experts warn of episodes!

Wilchwitz, Altenburger Land, Deutschland - The beautiful nature around the Wilchwitz ponds is under water, and that is very concerned about the operators, especially Stefan Schröer. The ponds, which have existed since the 16th century, are threatened in their existence due to a decades of water lack. Reported about the problems lvz.de comprehensively. They not only supply local fishing, but also the biotope around the area.

The owner explains that he only gets two thirds of the required water from the nearby Niederlupten. This leads to a drastic decline in the groundwater level, which has fallen about two meters in the past ten years. Mayor Hendrik Labe emphasizes that neither the community nor the farmers are responsible for the falling water availability. The defense that is supposed to withhold the pond water is a central problem: it dates from the 1970s and is in operation without permission.

uncertain future of the ponds

The economic losses and the fear of jobs are heavily pressing on Schröer's shoulders. The butter pond had to be fished up recently, and only a few days ago the Heilmannsteich was affected. According to Schröer, the situation becomes unsustainable if the unauthorized weir is not broken down; In addition, he also initiated litigation, in which he has always got right. Nevertheless, the illegal weir remains.

The lower water authority is aware of the problem, but due to an ongoing legal procedure, no detailed information can be given. While those responsible for the municipality are faced with the challenges, the importance of the bathing pond in Nobitz, which also serves as an extinguishing water extraction point for the Unterdorf

A look at other pond landscapes

outdooractive.de describes the Ahlhorner Teiche as a successful example of natural pond.

The situation of the Wilchwitz ponds is an urgent example of how environment and economic interests can get into a tension. It remains to be seen how the legal framework will develop and whether the concerns of Stefan Schröer and the community are seriously addressed. The biotope, which has existed for centuries, must be preserved - not only for nature, but also for the people who are dependent on these water resources.