Barragem de Taiacupeba, Water management dam in Mogi das Cruzes, Brazil
The Taiacupeba Dam is a water management structure between 15 and 30 meters high with storage capacity exceeding 75 cubic hectometers. The dam regulates water levels for surrounding communities in São Paulo state.
The dam was built to meet growing water demands in the Mogi das Cruzes region. It emerged as part of a regional infrastructure plan that supported economic and social development.
Local farming communities rely on the water supply for irrigation and agricultural practices. The dam has become central to how people in the region manage their agricultural activities.
The dam undergoes regular safety inspections and monitoring due to its classification as a high-risk structure. Visitors should respect access restrictions that may be in place for safety reasons.
The structure is registered in Brazil's National Dam Safety Information System with catalog code 1001. This designation highlights its role in national water resource tracking and data collection.
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