Decisions regarding the use of the balancing lake
What happens when there is a threat of high water?
If the water threatens to rise too high, the water authority will take emergency measures. The water authority will follow a special plan. This plan sets out what needs to be done, who is responsible for what, and how communication will take place. This enables the water authority to respond quickly and effectively.
How are decisions made about the use of the balancing lake?
The water authority considers current and expected water levels. If the water threatens to rise too high, the water authority follows a step-by-step plan. This is called the deployment protocol. This deployment protocol will be in place once the expansion of the balancing lake has been completed. It helps to decide quickly when an area should be put under water temporarily to prevent flooding. The protocol states:
- When the area is used
- Who does what
- How we collaborate and communicate
- How the water is drained away safely again
The protocol ensures that everyone knows what to do in the event of heavy rain or high water. This keeps the area safe.