Terra Bianca Reservoir

Terra Bianca Reservoir is a water storage facility on the Venezuelan plains near San Juan de los Morros. The dam rises to a height of 43 meters and spans about 230 meters across, creating a broad water surface that stretches out over the surrounding land.

The reservoir was built in the mid-20th century to address water shortages affecting the capital city of the region. It has remained a key piece of water infrastructure for the area ever since its completion.

The reservoir serves as a gathering place where local people walk along the banks and enjoy views across the water. It blends practical water management with a social function in daily community life.

The reservoir can be reached via main roads connecting to San Juan de los Morros, with the best conditions for visiting during the dry season. The area around the dam is easy to access and offers open space for walking along the banks.

The reservoir is supplied mostly by transfers from the Guárico River rather than by rainfall on its own basin. This dependence on river water shows how essential the river connection is to maintaining the water supply.