As part of a comprehensive Flood Protection Project in the Odra and Vistula River Basins, four modern dry retention reservoirs were constructed in the Kłodzko Valley. The main investments took place in Krosnowice and Szalejów Górny, where the reservoirs’ task is to protect against flooding in a high-risk area. These reservoirs are crucial for improving flood safety in a region that has historically faced significant challenges due to excessive rainfall.
The Krosnowice reservoir, located on the Duna Dolna stream, has a capacity of 1.9 million m³, with a floodplain area of 44 hectares at maximum water level. In Szalejów Górny, on the Bystrzyca Dusznicka River, the largest of the four reservoirs was built, with a capacity of 9.9 million m³ and a floodplain area of 118.7 hectares. Both reservoirs are equipped with advanced water management systems that allow for local and remote control, which is crucial for quick response to flood threats.
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HydroBIM’s Role in Project Supervision
HydroBIM was engaged as the project supervisor for the construction of the reservoirs in Krosnowice and Szalejów Górny, taking over this function after the previous supervisory authority resigned. The company, utilising modern digital technologies such as Building Information Modelling (BIM), conducted a thorough analysis of the project documentation and implemented several improvements aimed at ensuring the highest quality of project delivery.
Scope of Project Supervision
The project supervision undertaken by HydroBIM encompassed a wide range of activities, which can be divided into several key stages:
- Project Coordination: Managing the schedule, budget, and resources to ensure timely and efficient project delivery.
- Quality Control: Monitoring the quality of construction work and materials to ensure they meet established standards.
- Documentation Control: Reviewing and updating technical documentation, including drawings, specifications, and reports.
- Communication with the Contractor: Ongoing collaboration with Power Construction Corporation of China, the main contractor, to resolve issues on site.
- Project Changes Verification: Assessing and approving any project changes that arose during the construction process.
- Construction Site Inspections: Regular visits to the construction site to monitor progress and identify potential delays and their causes.
- Functional Tests and Technical Inspections: Supervising tests and final technical inspections required before the facilities could be handed over for use.
Cooperation with Power Construction Corporation of China
The main contractor, Power Construction Corporation of China, played a crucial role in delivering the project. The company, with its extensive experience in international hydraulic engineering projects, significantly contributed to the quality and timeliness of the reservoir construction. Collaboration with the Chinese partner was highly productive, and the shared approach to overcoming challenges enabled the smooth execution of the project. Effective communication and joint commitment to project goals contributed to the overall success of the endeavour.
Benefits of the Project
The completed investment significantly improved flood safety in the Kłodzko Valley, an area particularly vulnerable to flooding. The modern technical solutions applied in the construction of the reservoirs not only enhanced flood protection but also contributed to better water resource management in the region.
HydroBIM – Your Partner in Civil Engineering
HydroBIM, with extensive experience in designing and supervising civil engineering projects, offers a wide range of services in project supervision and contract engineering. By using advanced software and modern working methods such as BIM, HydroBIM guarantees the highest quality of services. The team of experienced engineers is ready to undertake even the most demanding projects, providing professional support at every stage of the investment.
If you require assistance with the delivery of hydraulic engineering projects, contact us to discuss the details of cooperation. HydroBIM is a trusted partner you can rely on for the execution of complex infrastructure projects.