SPONGE COLLABORATIVE +
WEAVING WITH WATER Team
MULLASSERY CANAL FRAMEWORK AND CANAL EDGE MASTERPLAN
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facilitated the discharge of treated water into the river and also for fresh water needs. A 3.6km circular scenic bicycle path and sidewalk along the Laojie River was constructed to promote green transit within the city. Community: Integration of green leisure spaces on either bank to recreate the blue and green belt landscape of the Laojie River and offer more recreational opportunities for the community. Establishment of River Education Center provided the opportunity for the community to know the history of the Laojie River as well as be aware of restoration and environmental studies specific to the river.
Figure 97: The components that supports integrated water-driven approach
Outcomes / impact The project was a larger rejuvenation strategy for the entire city which brought in the values of resilience, liveability, and also triggered economic growth. Some of the key impacts of the project are 1. The present value of land along the remediated river is 14% higher than it was before the improvement process began. 2. In addition to decontaminating the river and creating absorptive green spaces, the project ended illegal wastewater discharge and improved environmental education. 3. The flood carrying capacity of the river was increased which reduces flood risk for 192,500 sq m area within the urban fabric. 4. Improvement of the river is leading to a spike in tourism, as visits per month have risen steadily after 2012. The usage of open spaces by city residents has also increased.
The Rochor canal project, Singapore Introduction Year: 2013 Site area: 1.2 km Client: Public Utilities Board, Singapore under the ‘Active, Beautiful, Clean Waters (ABC Waters)’ programme. Climate: Warm & Tropical Project type: Canal restoration & design Project scope: Urban renewal
