Písník Březhrad

Czechia River 1 - Excellent

Písník Březhrad is a gravel pit lake without surface inflow or outflow, located at an elevation of 227 metres. The bathing area covers approximately 0.3 square kilometres and is fed by groundwater flow. The shoreline is grassy and sandy with a sandy bottom, extending approximately 2,000 metres.

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Water

Gravel pit lake without surface inflow or outflow, fed by groundwater. Surface area 0.3 square kilometres. Sandy bottom. Average water transparency ranges from 1.3 to 5.5 metres.

Location

Písník Březhrad is situated near Opatovice nad Labem in the Pardubický region. The bathing area is operated by the municipality of Opatovice nad Labem. Parking and basic facilities are available on-site.

Facilities

Chalets, showers, dry toilets available.

Water Quality

Water quality is classified as excellent based on enterococcal and Escherichia coli microbiological indicators. Phosphorus concentrations do not exceed the limit value. Low trophic status with low primary production. No bathing prohibitions have been issued. Risks related to cyanobacteria were identified at the main monitoring point.

Risks

In 2018, cercaria were detected, which can cause cercarial dermatitis in swimmers, though recent years show no confirmed occurrence. Cyanobacteria risks were identified. Bathers and recreational fishing are identified as potential sources of microbial contamination and phosphorus input.