Les Království Dam
Les Království Dam, Technical monument in Dvůr Králové nad Labem, Czech Republic.
Description
Les Royaume Dam is a structure spanning the Elbe River with distinctive red-roofed towers and decorative turrets flanking its gates. The facility integrates a hydroelectric power plant into its design, which remains functional as part of the river management system.
History
Construction began in 1910 and was completed in 1919, responding to the need for flood control after severe inundation in 1897. The hydroelectric operations commenced in 1923 and have continued to function as part of regional water management.
Culture
The Ministry of Culture designated Les Království Dam as a national cultural monument in 2010, recognizing its architectural and engineering achievements.
Practical
The site is accessible to visitors who want to view the structure and its architectural details up close. The best vantage points are from the riverbanks, where the full extent of the construction becomes clear.
Did you know?
The structure unusually blends industrial function with pseudo-gothic design elements rarely seen in technical constructions of its era. This stylistic choice reflects early engineering aspirations to make functional infrastructure visually appealing.
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