Agua del Toro Dam

The Agua del Toro Dam spans 325 meters across the Diamante River, containing a reservoir with a capacity of 326 million cubic meters of water.

Construction of this substantial infrastructure project began in 1966, reached completion in 1973, and the power station received official commissioning in 1982.

The dam facility has transformed the regional landscape, creating opportunities for fishing activities while maintaining water resources for local communities.

Two Francis-type turbines generate a combined power output of 150 megawatts, supplying electricity to the surrounding regions through the provincial power grid.

Located at an elevation of 1338.5 meters, the dam utilizes an arch design that transfers water pressure to the canyon walls for maximum structural efficiency.

Location: Mendoza Province

Inception: 1982

Elevation above the sea: 1,338.5 m

Length: 325 m

GPS coordinates: -34.58417,-69.03639

Latest update: May 13, 2025 01:26