Raiva Dam, Hydroelectric power station in Penacova, Portugal.
The Raiva Dam stands 61.5 meters tall on the Mondego River, featuring two Francis turbine generators that process 80 cubic meters of water per second.
Constructed in 1981, the dam marked a shift in Portuguese energy infrastructure, introducing renewable power generation to the Coimbra district.
The dam facility integrates with local agricultural practices by managing water flow patterns that support farming communities along the Mondego River.
Visitors can access the dam information through the Penacova municipal council website, which provides details about operational schedules and infrastructure specifications.
The power station functions as the lower reservoir for Aguieira pumped-storage plant, located 10 kilometers upstream, creating an interconnected water management system.
Location: Penacova
Location: Coimbra
Elevation above the sea: 61.5 m
GPS coordinates: 40.30944,-8.24889
Latest update: March 12, 2025 14:39
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