Enciso Dam

Enciso Dam is a gravity dam crossing the Cidacos River in La Rioja, built from roller-compacted concrete. The structure measures 375 meters long and rises 104 meters above the riverbed.

Construction of this structure began around 2010 as a regional water management project for La Rioja and was completed a decade later. The project was part of broader efforts to regulate the Cidacos River for the valley communities.

The dam represents an engineering milestone for the Cidacos Valley region, contributing to the transformation of local agricultural practices and water management.

The structure has a passage across its crown that visitors can walk on to view the surrounding landscape. The best time to visit is during clear weather when visibility across the valley is greatest.

Across the dam crown runs a passage with a vehicle lane and pedestrian paths on both sides, allowing people to walk at the structure's full height. This lets visitors experience the size and scale of a major engineering work from an intimate vantage point.

Location: Enciso, La Rioja

Height: 104.15 m

Length: 375 m

Made from material: roller-compacted concrete

GPS coordinates: 42.14462,-2.27756

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:23