Fish dams have been built all over Finland, with improved dam safety and new technology.
An exceptionally high number of dams and reservoirs have been restored throughout the country this year. The dams and reservoirs located in the territory of the Regional Development Agencies date back to the 1950s and 1970s.
Their construction has impeded fish migration and caused damage to water bodies.
This year, for example, fishing dams have been built, dam safety improved and technology upgraded in the counties of Ostrobothnia.
The background for improving dam safety is that changing climate conditions place ever greater demands on structures.
Large pot invested in renovations
A particularly large number of renovations have been carried out in South Ostrobothnia. Kiikku and Rengo dams and their bridges have been renewed on Seinäjoki.
In Ostrobothnia, on the other hand, the dam of the Kivi and Levalam reservoirs along the Närpiönjoki has been repaired. This year, 1.2 million euros have been spent on the project.
In Central Ostrobothnia, for example, in Vetel, the restoration of the overgrown Haapajärvi has begun. Drains have been made this year and construction of pumping stations is under way.
The first phase of the project costs 1.9 million euros.
Renovations of waterway structures throughout the country cost a good 5 million euros. The bet is exceptionally large and double compared to an average year. The amount is explained by the stimulus package granted by the government based on the corona crisis.
The Ely center of Southern Ostrobothnia is responsible for all water structures under the responsibility of the Ely centers. This year, in addition to South Ostrobothnia, a large number of projects have been implemented in Central Ostrobothnia, North Ostrobothnia and Satakunta.