Sobradinho

Sobradinho is a municipality in Bahia that spreads along the São Francisco River and is defined by a major hydroelectric dam. The reservoir created by the dam shapes the landscape and influences how the region functions.

The creation of this municipality became closely tied to the construction of the major dam that fundamentally transformed the area. The formation of the reservoir led to significant changes in how the region was settled and developed.

People here maintain deep ties to the river and its waters through daily activities and traditions. Agricultural practices and ways of life are closely linked to the reservoir that shapes the region.

The location offers direct access to the reservoir and sits at an elevation that is easy to navigate for visitors. Proximity to the water makes it straightforward to explore the area and understand how the reservoir shapes daily life here.

The reservoir system here ranks among the largest artificial lakes and spans across multiple administrative boundaries. This scale has made the region an important hub for electricity generation and water supply across northern Brazil.

Location: Bahia

Elevation above the sea: 394 m

Shares border with: Casa Nova

GPS coordinates: -9.45500,-40.82278

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:26