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This photo shows the Dorneter Curve at a water level of 200 cm. and higher. The entrance of the dürre Aurach is completely flooded, and there is a very strong current in the Ager.

Hessenberger Weir at 200 cm.

Because of the heavy current, normal fly fishing at the Hessenberger Weir is practically impossible. Wading above and below the dam is not advised because of consideration for personal safety.

The idyllic appearance here is deceiving. Here on the TKV straight stretch, fly fishing is nearly impossible. The shoreline stones that are easily traversed at normal water levels are now flooded and often very slippery. The gaps and holes between the boulders are hard to see and are very dangerous for fishermen.

At this level the newly constructed dam below the TKV is having its first test of durability. You can see how the current is slowed down, and how calm areas are formed for the fish on both sides. However fly fishing is now out of the question since the water is simply too high.

At the Riesenberg Curve a few small ponds form at every period of high water because of the overflow from the Ager. Unfortunately trout, and big ones too, are frequently pushed into these pools. Then they stay trapped in the pools as the water recedes, and they must be returned to the Ager by our caretaker.