Pogost Reservoir, reservoir in Belarus

Pogost Reservoir is a large body of water in the Brest Region used primarily for water storage and management. It sits amid flat lands and fields, with a calm surface that reflects the sky and surrounding trees.

Construction of the Pogost Reservoir began in 1976 to irrigate the Parokhonsky state farm and supply water to the Polesie fish farm. The existing Lake Pogost was partly enclosed by a 16.2 km dam with a maximum height of 6.2 m. An 8.5 km sluiced canal links it to the Bobrik River, and the reservoir reached its present form in 1978.

The name Pogost suggests a historical connection to a rural churchyard or old village site nearby. Local people have used these waters and forests for generations, passing down stories about the land and its role in daily life.

Access to the reservoir is straightforward through small roads and paths that lead directly to the water. Because it remains largely undeveloped and not crowded, visitors can enjoy open space and find spots for fishing, picnicking, or walking along the shores.

The reservoir was created in 1976 by damming part of Lake Pogost with a 16.2 km dam; it reached its present form in 1978. Its water is used by the Polesye fish farm, which takes 8.37 million m³ annually. The reservoir contains many small islands, and its bottom is sandy.