Milk River Ridge Reservoir, reservoir in Alberta, Canada
Milk River Ridge Reservoir is a man-made lake in southern Alberta created by dam construction to store water for regional communities and irrigation. The body of water stretches roughly 4.6 kilometers and can reach nearly 14 kilometers at its widest point, sitting at an elevation of about 1,030 meters above sea level.
The reservoir was built in 1956 by the Prairie Farm Rehabilitation Administration to store water for regional farming and community needs. Alberta's government took over management in 1974 and has since maintained water quality and safety standards.
The site is easily accessible by road, located roughly 27 miles southeast of Lethbridge, with picnic areas and rustic camping available. Visitors should check water conditions and weather before swimming or boating, as the water can change with the seasons.
The reservoir was built along a natural canyon called Nine Mile Coulee that helped direct water flow into the basin. Over time, restoration efforts have included replanting native grasses and creating wetlands to support local wildlife and stabilize the shoreline.
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