In Sochi demolished “people’s baths” on Matsesta

In the Matsestinsky district forestry of Sochi, old concrete structures known to local residents as “people’s baths” were dismantled. The buildings, presumably erected in the 1960s-1970s, were used to independently adopt hydrogen sulfide procedures. The facilities were in an emergency condition and did not undergo the necessary technical and sanitary control. At the same time, the natural source itself was preserved after dismantling.

The issue of the security of the territory was raised after the appeal of a deputy of the Legislative Assembly of the Krasnodar Territory to the environmental prosecutor's office. The supervisory authority conducted an inspection and established that concrete structures, a site and a well are located within the boundaries of a specially protected natural area. At the same time, the buildings did not have an established owner, which complicated the issues of their maintenance and maintenance.

The administration of the Sochi National Park sent requests to relevant organizations, trying to find out who owns the objects. However, the owner could not be identified. Since the facilities were not listed on the balance sheet of the national park, it was not possible to finance their maintenance from the budget funds provided for the establishment.

An additional reason for dismantling was the unsatisfactory technical condition of the buildings. Despite the lack of official service, residents and guests of the resort continued to use concrete containers for self-health treatments. This practice could pose health risks, since the use of hydrogen sulfide water without medical advice and control of contraindications is not always safe.

The dismantling of the structures was carried out in early October. According to representatives of the Sochi National Park, the work did not affect the hydrogen sulfide source itself, which continues to function. Thus, it was the emergency concrete structures that were eliminated, not the natural outlet of mineral water. Information on plans for further development of the site is not yet provided.