Jez Radošov, Hydroelectric weir in Radošov, Czech Republic.
Jez Radošov is a small weir on the Ohre River with a parabolic-shaped crest standing 1.5 meters high, accompanied by an adjacent hydroelectric power plant. The structure creates a distinct drop in the river that affects water flow and conditions downstream.
The weir underwent major safety upgrades in 2011 carried out by Povodí Ohře, the regional water management authority. These improvements were implemented after a series of accidents had made the site dangerous for water users.
Jan Čečrle, a respected local figure, dedicated himself to water rescue at this site and saved over fifty people from drowning. His legacy shapes how the community views safety here.
Emergency throw lines are positioned on both river banks, and designated waiting areas help water sports participants approach safely from upstream. Visit during moderate water levels when conditions are more predictable and controllable.
The structure generates a powerful hydraulic roller that can extend up to seven meters, creating one of the river's most treacherous spots for paddlers and swimmers. This swirling formation results directly from the weir's distinctive parabolic shape.
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