@carlosalfredomerchan: Gabion walls have an important advantage over completely impermeable retaining structures: water can naturally pass through them. During intense rainfall, part of the water infiltrates the slope and begins moving downward through the soil. When it reaches the gabion wall, the water enters the spaces between the rocks and continues flowing until it exits through the outer face. This drainage reduces water accumulation behind the structure and therefore decreases the hydrostatic pressure acting against the wall. At the same time, the wire mesh baskets keep the rocks confined, creating a heavy and stable structure capable of retaining the soil. This combination allows gabion walls to provide both structural support and drainage, making them especially useful on slopes where water needs a controlled path to escape. #AgricultureAndTechnology #CarlosMerchan #GabionWall #CivilEngineering #Drainage
