Sobradinho Reservoir, Hydroelectric reservoir in Bahia, Brazil.
Sobradinho Reservoir spreads across a wide area in the interior of Bahia, forming one of the largest artificial bodies of water in Brazil. Its shores wind through hilly terrain and valleys, while the water rests calmly between dry banks.
Work on the dam began in the early 1970s to generate electricity for the northeast. Filling the reservoir took several years and permanently altered the landscape.
The transformation reshaped how communities along the river depend on water and land for their livelihoods. Fishermen today adapt their methods to the altered conditions of the reservoir, while former agricultural lands now rest beneath the surface.
Access to the shore area is available at several points where roads reach the water. The area is wide and open, so bringing a hat and water is advisable, especially during the hot months.
The regulation of the river allows downstream communities to rely on a consistent water flow throughout the year. This control also influences agricultural cycles in distant areas along the river.
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