Agua del Toro Dam, Arch dam and hydroelectric power station in Mendoza Province, Argentina
Agua del Toro is an arch dam spanning 325 meters across the Diamante River in Mendoza Province, creating a reservoir that holds 326 million cubic meters of water. Two Francis-type turbines at the facility generate power that feeds into the regional electricity network.
Construction began in 1966 and the structure was completed in 1973, with the power station officially entering service in 1982. The project was developed to harness hydroelectric resources in the Mendoza region.
The dam facility has transformed the regional landscape, creating opportunities for fishing activities while maintaining water resources for local communities.
The dam sits at a high elevation where the terrain is mountainous and the climate is dry, making it accessible by regional roads. Visitors should come prepared with water and suitable clothing for exposure to sun and altitude.
Positioned at 1338 meters elevation, the dam employs an arch design that transfers water pressure directly to the surrounding canyon walls rather than relying solely on the structure's thickness. This approach uses the natural landscape to reinforce the dam itself.
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