Tranque Las Tórtolas

Tranque Las Tórtolas is a mining tailings reservoir in the Santiago Metropolitan Region. The facility uses multiple dams to store and manage large volumes of processing waste from copper extraction operations.

The reservoir began operations in 1992 as part of copper mining activities in the region. Since then it has served as a storage facility for processing waste from ongoing extraction operations.

The mining operations at Las Tórtolas represent the continuous development of Chile's copper industry, which forms a central part of the national economy.

The site is located in hilly terrain with limited public access due to its function as an industrial facility. Visitors should inquire in advance and follow appropriate safety guidelines for the area.

The facility encompasses a large forest plantation that manages water through evaporation while reshaping the landscape in the region. This system demonstrates an approach to using industrial space for additional environmental functions.