Seoul City Completes Restoration of Natural Shorelines at Ttukseom and Mangwon Hangang Parks... Sunset Spot Created at Ttukseom Park

Hangang Project Headquarters Completes Natural Shoreline Restoration of 1.7km Section at Ttukseom and Mangwon Hangang Parks

[Asia Economy Reporter Lim Cheol-young] The Seoul Metropolitan Government's Hangang Project Headquarters announced on the 18th that it has completed the natural revetment construction project at Ttukseom and Mangwon Hangang Parks, which began in April last year, and opened it to the public.

'Natural revetment' refers to restoring revetments originally made of artificial materials such as concrete to natural materials like soil, gravel, and rocks to prevent erosion caused by flowing river water. The newly constructed natural revetments extend 0.8 km from the confluence of Jungnangcheon to Seongsu Bridge in Ttukseom Hangang Park and 0.9 km from Mapo Bridge to Wonhyo Bridge in Mangwon Hangang Park, totaling 1.7 km in length.

Not only were the concrete revetments removed and replaced with natural materials, but structures were also installed to prevent erosion caused by flowing water and to provide habitats for various aquatic organisms. Additionally, wooden poles were placed to serve as resting spots for birds.

In particular, plant mats made of water-friendly plants such as Miscanthus and Schoenoplectus were used on the riverbank slopes to ensure safety. This is expected to restore the riparian ecosystem and enhance biodiversity.

Furthermore, at the confluence of Jungnangcheon, where the natural revetment was constructed in Ttukseom Hangang Park, a 'Sunset Rest Area' was created for citizens to relax comfortably. The total length of the Hangang riverside, combining the south and north sides, reaches 82 km. Excluding areas difficult to restore to natural revetments, such as docking facilities or places with bridges, the total target area for natural revetment restoration is 57.1 km.

Following the opening of the Ttukseom and Mangwon Hangang Park sections, Seoul plans to construct natural revetments along an 0.8 km section from Jamsil Dock to Jamsil Bridge in Jamsil Hangang Park next year. By 2025, it aims to secure buffer zones along the remaining 11 km and expand habitats for wildlife.

Hwang In-sik, head of the Hangang Project Headquarters, said, "The 'natural revetment construction' not only positively impacts the ecosystem but also allows citizens to rest in a more beautiful natural environment, which is very meaningful." He added, "We will continue to strive to make Hangang Park a space where water, people, and nature coexist harmoniously."

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