Saucelle Dam, Gravity dam and hydroelectric station in Salamanca, Spain.
The concrete structure rises 83 meters high and extends 189 meters across the Douro River, creating a substantial reservoir for power generation.
Construction of the dam started in 1950 and reached completion in 1956, marking a substantial development in Spanish hydroelectric infrastructure.
The dam represents mid-20th century engineering methods, demonstrating Spain's commitment to renewable energy development through large-scale infrastructure projects.
Two power stations, Saucelle I and II, contain six Francis turbine-generators that produce a combined capacity of 520 megawatts of electricity.
The dam manages water flow with a spillway capacity of 12,940 cubic meters per second, serving a catchment area of 73,715 square kilometers.
Location: Saucelle
Inception: 1950
Elevation above the sea: 195 m
Height: 83 m
Length: 189 m
Part of: Saltos de Duero
GPS coordinates: 41.04726,-6.80415
Latest update: March 12, 2025 14:39
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