Implementation period: April 1, 2025 – March 31, 2026
ABOUT THE PROJECT:
This project seeks to restore the natural flow and health of the Putna river catchment by inventorying and mapping barriers, prioritizing their removal through GIS-based assessments, raising awareness of their negative impact among local communities and authorities, and developing a detailed plan to guide their elimination effectively.
The project is financed by the European Open Rivers Programme – a grant-giving organisation dedicated to restoring rivers’.
PROJECT OBJECTIVES:
1. Inventory and Mapping
Establish a comprehensive GIS database detailing all barriers in the Putna river catchment to understand their extent and impact.
2. Prioritization
Identify and prioritize barriers for removal to maximize ecological and community benefits.
3. Stakeholder Engagement
Foster collaboration with local communities and authorities to gain support for barrier removal initiatives.
4. Awareness Raising
Increase public understanding of the ecological and social benefits of removing river barriers.
5. Action Plan Development
Create a clear roadmap with actionable steps for barrier removal, including legislative and technical considerations.
ACTIVITIES:
1. Initial assessment and GIS mapping
Develop a detailed inventory and map all viable barriers in the Putna River watershed.
2. Multi-criteria analysis for prioritization
Evaluate barriers based on ecological, social and operational criteria to prioritize their removal.
3. Consultations with authorities and the community
Conduct consultations to gather information and gain support.
4. Awareness campaign
Implement communication strategies to inform and engage the public.
5. Action plan development
Collaborate with experts to develop a detailed plan outlining removal procedures and resource requirements.
