Pilský Rybník, reservoir in Obecnice, Czech Republic
Pilský Rybník is a large water reservoir in the Czech Republic built on Pilský Stream. The lake sits in a forested valley surrounded by hills and has the capacity to hold approximately 1.6 million cubic meters of water.
The reservoir was constructed in the mid-19th century to supply water for mining operations in the region. After heavy rains in 1854, the dam collapsed and flooded the nearby village of Bohutín.
The reservoir takes its name from an old sawmill that once operated at this location before the water body was created. Today, the area draws visitors seeking outdoor activities and a connection with the natural surroundings.
Access is via forest paths from the villages of Bohutín or Obecnice, suitable for hikers and cyclists. The dam itself is not open to the public, but there is a designated rest area nearby offering views of the water and surrounding landscape.
An old canal called Struhy, roughly 17.5 kilometers long, historically transported water to the mining and smelting operations in the region. This technical monument survives today in poor condition but stands as evidence of the area's industrial past.
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