Cuevas del Almanzora Reservoir, lake in Almería Province, Spain
The Cuevas del Almanzora Reservoir is a water storage facility in Almeria Province fed by the Almanzora River and set in an open landscape surrounded by natural features. The structure consists of a concrete and earth dam that collects water in a wide basin and manages its flow.
The reservoir was built in 1986 to supply water to surrounding communities and support agricultural irrigation in the region. A key development came in 2004 when a pipeline connection linked it to the Negratín Reservoir, allowing water to be transferred during dry periods.
The reservoir takes its name from the nearby town and holds deep meaning for local residents who depend on it daily. It represents how communities in this dry region manage water as a central part of their existence and survival.
The area around the reservoir is accessible to visitors with pathways and viewing points overlooking the water and surrounding hills. The location is suitable for bird watching, fishing, and leisurely walks, though water levels vary seasonally and after rainfall.
The spillway of the dam features an indalo symbol, a traditional good luck emblem of the Almeria region that visitors often discover while walking near the structure. This ancient symbol runs deep in local culture and marks a distinctive point on the engineering work.
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