Kielder Water, Artificial reservoir in Northumberland, England
Kielder Water stretches across 10.86 square kilometers, containing 200 billion liters of water with a shoreline extending for 27.5 miles.
The construction of this water reservoir started in 1975 and finished in 1981, requiring the relocation of multiple farms and a school.
The reservoir features public art installations and the Kielder Observatory, which allows visitors to observe astronomical phenomena throughout the year.
The water management system provides consistent supply to rivers downstream through the Kielder Transfer Scheme, particularly during periods of drought.
The hydroelectric plant at Kielder Water operates with dual turbines, generating 20,000 MWh of electricity annually for the regional power grid.
Location: Northumberland
Elevation above the sea: 184 m
GPS coordinates: 55.18333,-2.50000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:47
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