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Why the new plan for the Torrent de ses Planes needs more than concrete

Can a Bigger Culvert Stop Flooding in Sant Llorenç?

A larger culvert helps in Sant Llorenç, but debris, runoff and emergency planning still matter.

Published: May 01, 2026
Why the new plan for the Torrent de ses Planes needs more than concrete

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Is a bigger culvert enough to stop flooding in Sant Llorenç des Cardassar?

A larger culvert can help move more water through the system, but it is not a complete solution. Floods also depend on debris, sediment, upstream runoff and how quickly warnings and evacuations work. That is why flood protection needs several layers, not just one bigger pipe.

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