RP33: Large leaky woody dams
What is RP33?
RP33 is an action under the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme. It pays £764.42 per year for large leaky woody dams.
What do I need to do?
* Construct dams from logs large enough to span the water channel and floodplain for stability.
* Secure the dam in line with Environment Agency or local flood authority consent.
* Align dams at right angles to channel banks and build them 0.3m above normal flow levels in streams to allow unimpeded flow.
* Site dams on slow flowing reaches with at least 2m of floodplain on either side, and build them high enough to spread water onto the floodplain upstream.
* Avoid installing dams upstream of pinch points like bridges or culverts.
What evidence do I need?
You must keep written support from your Catchment Sensitive Farming adviser and provide with your application.
You must also keep and provide with your claim:
photographs of the completed works in place and installed
any consents and permissions from the Environment Agency or local flood authority
You must also keep and provide on request:
How much does RP33 pay?
RP33 pays £764.42 per year.
Which land is eligible?
See GOV.UK guidance for full eligibility details and land use requirements.
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