RP3: Watercourse crossings
What is RP3?
RP3 is an action under the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme. It pays £506.44 per year for watercourse crossings.
What do I need to do?
* Construct a ford at least 4 metres wide.
* Install toe stones secured into the riverbed on the downstream edge to form a gravel trap, ensuring they are at least 600mm below the bed and do not form a weir.
* Ensure the approach slope gradient is no steeper than 1 in 4.
* Use fencing to prevent livestock access to approaches and include rock revetment to protect the river-side approaches.
* Protect the base of the entrance and exit ramp from bankside erosion using either rock armouring or coarse gravel/hardcore with treated retaining boards.
What evidence do I need?
You must keep and provide with your claim:
photographs of the site during the different stages of construction or contracts, invoices or other documents confirming the technical specification for the completed works
photographs of the completed work
* any consents or permissions connected with the work
You must also keep and provide on request:
How much does RP3 pay?
RP3 pays £506.44 per year.
Which land is eligible?
See GOV.UK guidance for full eligibility details and land use requirements.
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