Embalse de Valdemudarra, Stausee in Spanien
The Embalse de Valdemudarra is a reservoir in Valladolid province that stores water from the Duratón River for release during dry seasons to support irrigation. Built between 2005 and 2009, the structure consists of an earthen dam with a clay core that sits naturally within the open landscape of gentle hills.
The dam was built between 2005 and 2009 as a result of local agricultural initiatives seeking better water management from the Duratón River. The project was funded with public money and European funds, marking the beginning of a new era in water management for the region.
The reservoir shapes daily life for local farmers who depend on its water to irrigate their fields during dry periods. The structure is a visible sign of how people in this region manage their natural resources and adapt their work to the changing seasons.
The dam lies near the town of Peñafiel and is easily reached from there. The terrain is flat and open with paths for walking or cycling, with the best visiting times being autumn or spring when the weather is mild.
The water is filled unusually through pumps from the Duratón rather than natural flow, making it an artificially controlled water storage. This system allows farmers to use water on demand, independent of natural rainfall patterns.
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