The reconnection of the Heresznye side branch has been completed
The reconnection of the Dráva side branch near Heresznye to the main channel has come to an end: the water flow in the tributary is now continuous and this is expected for a significant part of the year.
After long preparations, the Drava tributary near Heresznye was deepened, widened, and reconnected to the Drava first on the Hungarian side in 2023, and then on the Croatian section this March. This marks a significant milestone in a multi-year collaboration and implementation process.
As a result of the restoration of the side branch, water coverage and flow in the tributary area can be expected for 95% of the year, enabling the branch to once again become an integral part of the river and serve as a feeding and breeding ground for aquatic organisms. Additionally, the intervention improves water supply to the riparian areas, thereby enhancing opportunities for forest, meadow management, and farming, alongside promoting wildlife preservation.
Photo: Zoltán Barina, WWF Hungary