03 – Ritom demodulation reservoir and irregular rock faces

Irregular breakwaters have been constructed alongside the reservoir to protect the banks from erosion. Unlike traditional bank defences, these structures are neither rigid nor uniform: they are composed of boulders arranged in varying shapes and orientations, creating cavities, shaded areas and flow retardations.

Habitats teeming with life
These spaces provide refuge for numerous species such as trout, macroinvertebrates, amphibians and small mammals, which find suitable niches in which to shelter, feed or reproduce. Furthermore, the discontinuous structure encourages the deposition of fine sediments and the growth of vegetation, increasing the ecological complexity of the entire river stretch.

Engineering and nature together
The project simultaneously addresses hydraulic safety and environmental protection requirements. It provides effective protection for infrastructure whilst promoting the renaturation and biodiversity of the river.