Feorlin, lake in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, UK
Feorlin is a small reservoir in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, nestled in hilly terrain near Minard village. The rockfill dam, completed in 1964 and roughly four meters high, directs water into the Lochgair Hydroelectric Scheme, where it either feeds Loch Glashan for power generation or flows into tributary streams and the River Add.
The reservoir was built in 1964 with the construction of its rockfill dam as part of the Lochgair Hydroelectric Scheme. Its creation marked mid-20th century efforts to harness the region's water resources for generating electricity and managing local water supply.
The reservoir is accessible via walking paths that circle the water and wind through the surrounding hills, suitable for most visitors. There are no major facilities on site, so expect a natural outdoor experience with opportunities for quiet observation and walking.
It is part of the lesser-known Lochgair Hydroelectric Scheme, showing how small-scale water power projects quietly generate electricity for local communities across Scotland. The reservoir's dual water routes, where flow is diverted for power generation or continues naturally into streams, demonstrate a practical approach to energy and water management.
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