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The Deichverband is a corporation under public law dedicated to comprehensive flood protection and water management in certain regions of Germany. The association's main task is to protect land, property and people from flooding by constructing, maintaining and continuously improving dikes and flood protection systems. The association also undertakes the maintenance and control of the irrigation and drainage systems within its protected area in order to permanently guarantee the safety of the areas concerned.
The mission of the Deichverband is to minimize the risk of flood damage through preventive measures, thereby securing habitats and economic infrastructure for the local population. The long-term preservation and adaptation of the protective structures to changing environmental conditions, especially in the context of climate change with increasing flood risks, plays a central role. The responsibility includes the planning, construction, renovation and defense of the dikes in an emergency.
Sustainability is an integral part of the association's activities. This is reflected in its commitment to ecological water management, the promotion of water and landscape ecology, and the use of modern, environmentally friendly technologies in the maintenance of protective structures. The Deichverband regularly invests in new work machines and processes in order to work efficiently and conserve resources and to keep habitats along rivers and coasts in balance.
These important protective measures are financed by contributions from members, which include landowners, municipalities and companies in the affected area. These resources enable continuous development of the infrastructure and a rapid response to flood events.
Overall, the Deichverband, with its specialized water management and flood protection expertise, makes a significant contribution to the safety and sustainability of the regions in which people are directly affected by water levels and flood hazards. With a historically grown structure and a modern orientation, it is committed to protecting against natural hazards and the sustainable management of water areas and soils[1][2][3][4][8].
