Drains from surrounding fields feed into it. I am talking about the \u0420\u0443\u0447\u0435\u0439 \u0411\u0435\u0437\u044b\u043c\u044f\u043d\u043d\u044b\u0439. This small river flows through Saint Petersburg. It is a right tributary of the Bolshaya Okhta River.
The \u0420\u0443\u0447\u0435\u0439 \u0411\u0435\u0437\u044b\u043c\u044f\u043d\u043d\u044b\u0439 is more than just a stream. It is a part of Saint Petersburg’s water system. It ultimately connects to the Baltic Sea. Its journey flows from the Okhta to the Neva.
Let’s explore some of the facts about this unassuming waterway. The \u0420\u0443\u0447\u0435\u0439 \u0411\u0435\u0437\u044b\u043c\u044f\u043d\u043d\u044b\u0439 stretches 6.1 kilometers. It’s not wide. Its width varies between 1 and 2 meters. The depth is shallow ranging from 0.2 to 0.3 meters. The water flows at a modest speed of 0.26 meters per second.
Did you know that the \u0420\u0443\u0447\u0435\u0439 \u0411\u0435\u0437\u044b\u043c\u044f\u043d\u043d\u044b\u0439 has some environmental concerns? As of 2007, the river collects sewage. It also gathers runoff from surrounding fields. The water quality is questionable. Levels of pollution are elevated. Sanitary conditions are poor.
Despite these challenges, efforts are underway to monitor the river’s condition. However, regular laboratory analysis is not conducted. The \u0420\u0443\u0447\u0435\u0439 \u0411\u0435\u0437\u044b\u043c\u044f\u043d\u043d\u044b\u0439 faces modern challenges.
A bridge spans the \u0420\u0443\u0447\u0435\u0439 \u0411\u0435\u0437\u044b\u043c\u044f\u043d\u043d\u044b\u0439 along the Saint Petersburg Ring Road. Another bridge crosses it near the Khimvolokno factory. These crossings are essential for transportation in the area.
In 2025, a bridge undergoing major repairs crosses the \u0420\u0443\u0447\u0435\u0439 \u0411\u0435\u0437\u044b\u043c\u044f\u043d\u043d\u044b\u0439 near the Detskoselsky. This bridge is on a road connecting Slavyanka. The road closure has caused traffic issues. The repairs are extensive. They include a new frame. The repairs should allow heavy transport. The bridge’s width will increase to 12 meters. The project is expensive. It costs 52.6 million rubles. The work should be done by December 2025.
The planned development near the \u0420\u0443\u0447\u0435\u0439 \u0411\u0435\u0437\u044b\u043c\u044f\u043d\u043d\u044b\u0439 might affect the road situation. The Univer City residential complex could improve public transport. A tram line is planned. This might offset the traffic from the bridge closure.
The \u0420\u0443\u0447\u0435\u0439 \u0411\u0435\u0437\u044b\u043c\u044f\u043d\u043d\u044b\u0439 is a reminder that even small waterways have a role. They impact transportation. They reflect environmental challenges. This little river has a story to tell. It is a story of Saint Petersburg’s infrastructure. It is a story of urban development. It is a story of environmental concerns.