Dealing with debris from roadside ditches in Lower Saxony


NEWS: During the maintenance of drainage ditches along roads, clearing material is produced that can be contaminated with pollutants typical of road traffic. The cleared material (sediments and plant components) has so far mainly been deposited permanently on the edge of the watercourse. An investigation for pollutants and disposal planning has not yet been legally required. With regard to compliance with waste and soil protection requirements, the Lower Saxony Ministry for the Environment, [...]