When the snow melted in spring, the residents of the Martell Valley had to expect that the meltwater would suddenly pour out beneath the glacier (today it is only a shadow of its former self) and cause the Plimabach to swell to such an extent that severe flooding would occur further down in the valley . It was then decided to build a simple dam that would allow the residents to drain the meltwater in a controlled manner. This meant that the risk of flooding in the lower Martell Valley was largely averted.

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Christoph

October 2, 2014

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was built in 1839 to protect the Martelltal valley from flooding by smelting + glacier water

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Benshiller

July 23, 2018

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The water of the Plima is directed through a tunnel under the wall. If the amount of water rises above the maximum flow rate, the water begins to accumulate in front of the wall, i.e. more of a retention basin. But at the time of construction it was certainly a masterpiece in this remote region.
P.S. The wall is also ideal for bouldering!

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