Replacing bank protection Hilversumse Meent

The bank protection (revetment) of the canal in the green belt of the Hilversumse Meent must be replaced. This has been revealed by inspection. The revetment will therefore be renewed soon.

What do we do

The work will be divided into 2 phases.

Phase 1

Because we are working very close to the homes in phase 1, we would like to get in touch with the residents. In early September 2024, residents will receive a letter from us. In the letter, residents are given the opportunity to schedule a meeting with the project manager and the contractor. The meetings will take place in September and October, at a time that suits the residents.

  • During the first phase we will start work behind the houses from Goudwespmeent 87 to Meikevermeent 54
  • A steel sheet pile is installed in front of the existing revetment
  • Along some parts, a steel sheet pile wall is already present. This will be retained. The space between the bank and the sheet pile wall will be filled with rubble
Drawing of a map overview of De Meent in phase 1

Above afbeelding is a section of the Hilversumse Meent at the height of Goudwespmeent 87 to Meikevermeent 54. The light blue line indicates in which part we will (partly) replace the steel sheet pile.

Phase 2

  • During the second phase we will start working from Meikevermeent 54 towards Hommelmeent up to the Grasmeent. Several types of bank protection will be applied here, if possible nature-friendly
  • Furthermore, wooden revetments or steel sheet piles are installed
Drawing with an overview of De Meent in phase 2

Above afbeelding is a section of the Hilversumse Meent at the height of Meikervermeent 54 in the direction of Hommelmeent up to the Grasmeent. The red line indicates along which part the current bank protection is replaced.

Nuisance

The work will probably cause some inconvenience. The revetments are being installed from the water. We therefore ask for your understanding and cooperation.  

Contact

If you have any questions about preparation and coordination, please call 14 035.  

Steel sheet pile

Drawing of a bank protection with a steel sheet pile.  

Drawing of wooden sheet piling

Drawing of a bank protection with a wooden sheet pile.  

Drawing of a natural bank

Drawing of nature-friendly bank protection.