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Leaky Dams Save Moors and Valleys | UK News
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They’re building leaky dams on the moors above Ramsbottom to slow water flow, keeping the peat wet—critical for stopping wildfires and preventing downstream floods. A joint project by The National Trust and United Utilities, it’s all about nature-based solutions: raising groundwater creates firebreaks, sphagnum moss holds 20x its weight in water, and it boosts carbon storage and wildlife like Dunlin and Golden Plover. Plus, it helps with sewage overflow. After the 2015 floods, this smart, multi-benefit strategy is gaining serious traction.
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