Alamo Canal, Border irrigation canal between Imperial Valley, United States and Mexicali, Mexico
The Alamo Canal extends for 14 miles, connecting the Colorado River to the Alamo River through both United States and Mexican territories.
Construction of the Alamo Canal began in 1900 under George Chaffey's supervision, delivering irrigation water to the Imperial Valley starting May 14, 1901.
The canal system represents a shared water resource between Mexico and the United States, facilitating agricultural development across international boundaries.
Regular maintenance and monitoring ensure efficient water distribution through gates, pumps, and lift stations that serve farming communities on both sides of the border.
The canal's uncontrolled breach between 1904 and 1906 led to the formation of the Salton Sea, California's largest lake.
GPS coordinates: 32.64206,-114.85594
Latest update: March 24, 2025 03:54
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