In the 19th century, this part of the Hamme was straightened and the numerous meanders were cut at a total of seven places, so that the length of the river was reduced from 9 to 4.3 km.
19. sajandil seda Hamme osa õgvendati ja arvukad meandrid lõigati kokku seitsmes kohas sirgeks, nii et jõe pikkus kahanes 9-lt 4,3 km-ni.