Vodní nádrž Mlýnice, reservoir in Nová Ves, Czech Republic
Vodní nádrž Mlýnice is a reservoir near Nová Ves that covers roughly 5.2 hectares and reaches a maximum depth of 14 meters. The dam is built from stone and concrete with manually or automatically operated gates and spillways to control water flow.
The reservoir was built between 1904 and 1906 on the Albrechtický stream as part of a plan to construct two dams in the Lužická Nisa basin for the Liberec water cooperative. After a major flood in August 2010 that sent water over the dam and washed away soil beneath the structure, reinforcement repairs were carried out from 2011 to 2012.
The name "Mlýnice" comes from a historic mill that once stood here and used the stream's water. Today the reservoir is a quiet spot where anglers and walkers appreciate the peaceful setting and experience the connection between human use and nature.
The reservoir is easily reached by small country roads from nearby villages and typically has no entrance fee, making access free for anyone. Small parking areas and paths allow visitors to get close to the water while respecting the quiet nature of the place.
The reservoir was the site of a devastating flood in August 2010 when water poured over the dam and washed away significant amounts of soil beneath the structure. This event became a pivotal moment in local history and led to major reinforcement work that permanently changed how the structure is managed.
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