Remediation of “Hirschacker” Grenzach-Wyhlen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

Project description:

Remediation (35,000 m³ of partial excavation) of a gravel pit, which is in part partially filled with waste from the Basel chemical industry in the influx of a drinking water system, including hydraulic protection of groundwater run-off.

Reason:

Remediation decision of government

Services:

Public relations
Project management with the involvement of NGOs (Greenpeace Switzerland)
Risk assessment, toxicological risk assessment
Extensive groundwater studies (quantitative analysis and scientific screening) based on the immission pumping tests according to the QA-concept of Prof. Oehme
Remediation planning according to § 13 Federal Soil Protection Act
Detailed design (special health and safety measures, such as housing, self-contained respiratory protection taking into account)
Procurement planning and participation according to contract
Construction management and site supervision
Safety and health coordination

Advantages:

Comprehensive engineering, hydraulic and hydro chemical advices as a whole package
Proactive Mediation and Public Relations

At a glance:

Client:

Gemeinde Grenzach-Wyhlen

Project value:

> €10 Mio.

Project duration:

07/2007 – 08/2009

Images:

Luftaufnahme des Hirschacker-Geländes in Grenzach-Wyhlen, zeigt das Sanierungsareal mit umliegender Landschaft.

Blick auf das Gelände in Grenzach-Wyhlen während der Sanierungsarbeiten am Hirschacker.

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