Problems with flood dams: bureaucratic hurdles cost companies a lot of money

Problems with flood dams: bureaucratic hurdles cost companies a lot of money

According to a report from www.schwaebische.de, the flood dam at the Krauchenwieser Oberried industrial area is almost completed, but has not yet been officially approved by the district office due to a lack of asphalt work. This creates significant problems for the companies that were supposed to benefit from the dam.

The Frick company in Krauchenwies has built a new building on the area that was previously considered a flood area. Although the dam offers protection, insurance will not recognize it until it has been officially removed. This leads to additional costs for the company and represents a significant burden.

The project, which cost five million euros, was financed by the state and the municipality, with the state's subsidy amounting to around three million euros. Nevertheless, there is still some work to be done which will delay the removal of the dam. The municipality has already threatened compulsory measures to complete the remaining work.

The accumulation of water in front of the dam is due to the weediness of the oak trunks that are attached in front of the dam. Although the dam is functioning, these issues must be addressed to ensure full functionality.

Overall, it is clear that the bureaucratic process and the delayed acceptance of the flood dam has a significant impact on the companies affected. This reflects poorly on the efficiency of project delivery and can jeopardize companies' expansion plans and investments. The municipality and district administration must act quickly to complete the remaining work and ensure that the dam is fully operational to protect and support company activities.