Poyan Reservoir, meer in Singapore
Poyan Reservoir is a body of water in southwest Singapore, built on the site of a former river called Sungei Poyan. It is surrounded by small islands and wetlands, and serves as part of the region's water management and storage system.
The area around Poyan Reservoir was originally rural and known as Pasir Laba on early 1900s maps. It became a military training zone in the following decades, with the reservoir created to support armed forces activities and live firing exercises.
Access to Poyan Reservoir is restricted due to military training activities in the area. Visitors should check local conditions before planning a visit, as exercises may close off sections or create safety restrictions.
The area once had villages including Kampong Berih that were relocated for military purposes, marking a shift in land use. Since 2019, floating solar panels have been installed on the water surface to generate electricity and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
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