Lar Dam, Earth-fill embankment dam in Bala Larijan Rural District, Iran
The Lar Dam extends 1150 meters in length and rises 107 meters high at an elevation of 2510 meters in Mazandaran province.
Construction of the Lar Dam commenced in 1974, leading to its official inauguration in 1982 as part of Iran's water management infrastructure development.
The dam's presence has transformed the lifestyle of local communities in Mazandaran, influencing agricultural practices and water distribution methods throughout the region.
Visitors can reach the dam via the main road network from Amol, with designated viewing areas providing observations of the surrounding Alborz Mountains.
The dam's location near thermal springs and waterfalls creates a network of water resources that support both agriculture and tourism in the district.
Location: Bala Larijan Rural District
Inception: 1974
Official opening: 1982
Elevation above the sea: 2,510 m
Height: 107 m
Length: 1,150 m
GPS coordinates: 35.88917,51.99667
Latest update: March 20, 2025 16:26
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