Belver Dam, Hydroelectric power station in Gavião e Atalaia, Portugal.
The Belver Dam extends 328 meters across the Tagus River, featuring a concrete structure that rises 46 meters above the riverbed to generate electricity.
Construction of the Belver Dam started in 1945, marking Portugal's post-war investment in renewable energy infrastructure and local power generation capabilities.
The dam represents a milestone in Portuguese industrial development, demonstrating the nation's early commitment to harnessing natural resources for sustainable power.
Visitors can reach the dam by following the signs from Gavião town, with parking spaces available near the main observation points throughout the year.
The facility generates 80.7 megawatts of power using gravity-fed mechanics, managing water flow through specialized turbines to produce clean energy.
Location: Gavião e Atalaia
Location: Belver
Inception: 1945
Elevation above the sea: 46.15 m
Length: 328 m
GPS coordinates: 39.47980,-7.99799
Latest update: March 12, 2025 14:39
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