Fratel Dam, Hydroelectric power station near Portalegre, Portugal.
The Fratel Dam spans 240 meters across the Tagus River, reaching a height of 48 meters with three Kaplan turbine-generators for power generation.
The construction and operation of Fratel Dam in 1973 marked a substantial development in Portuguese energy infrastructure, enhancing the national power generation capacity.
The creation of the dam reservoir in the Tagus Valley altered the landscape and submerged numerous ancient petroglyphs, affecting the regional archaeological heritage.
The power station generates 357.9 gigawatt-hours of electricity annually through its three turbines, each producing 45.6 megawatts of renewable energy.
The dam maintains water levels between 71 and 76 meters, managing a reservoir capacity of 92.5 million cubic meters through six radial spillway gates.
Location: Portalegre
Elevation above the sea: 74 m
Length: 240 m
GPS coordinates: 39.54333,-7.80278
Latest update: March 12, 2025 14:39
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