Description of the application
Relocation of the dikes at Krautsand and Asseler Sand, Lower Saxony. The storm surge of 1962 led to huge damages in this area. In the aftermath of this event it was decied to relocate the dike. As a result 26km² newly diked area were gained.Implementation cost
Estimated financial cost for the implementation of the measures, given as a cost range.
Flood management measure
Which flood management measures have been applied? Multiple measures may be specified.
Country
Country in which the application (case study) is located. In case of a transboundary application multiple countries are specified.
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