Embalse de Alsa Torina, lake in Cantabria, Spain
Embalse de Alsa Torina is a reservoir in Cantabria standing about 49 meters tall and stretching roughly 190 meters long. The concrete structure holds water for irrigation, drinking water supply, and electricity generation, with an overflow system called Salto de Aguayo managing excess flow.
The dam was built in 1920 and represented a major engineering achievement for the region at that time. It advanced water management and energy production methods that helped support local agriculture and communities in Cantabria.
The name comes from the two rivers that meet at this location, reflecting the geographic significance of the site. Today, visitors can experience how the dam and its surroundings blend human engineering with the quiet of the mountain landscape.
Visitors can walk on paths around the reservoir and enjoy views of the water, especially when water levels are high. The quiet surroundings with forests and meadows around the dam make it suitable for day trips and exploring the area.
The reservoir operates a pumped-storage system where water is pumped between different levels to store and release energy as needed. This system helps the region maintain stable electricity supply and use renewable energy more efficiently.
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