Manicouagan Reservoir, Circular reservoir in Quebec, Canada.
Manicouagan Reservoir spans 1,942 square kilometers with René-Levasseur Island at its center and Mount Babel rising 952 meters above sea level.
The reservoir formed 214 million years ago when a 5-kilometer meteorite struck Earth, creating a crater that later transformed into the current water body.
The name derives from Innu language references to tree bark used in traditional canoe construction, connecting the site to indigenous heritage.
The Daniel Johnson Dam, constructed in 1971, regulates water levels and generates hydroelectric power through multiple stations along the Manicouagan River.
The reservoir's circular shape creates a ring of water visible from space, earning recognition as the Eye of Quebec among satellite observers.
Location: Manicouagan
Location: Caniapiscau Regional County Municipality
Elevation above the sea: 346 m
GPS coordinates: 51.12722,-68.74722
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:12
Meteorite craters mark locations where asteroids collided with Earth. These geological structures range from 110 meters to 300 kilometers in diameter. They often contain distinct minerals like diamonds, nickel, and copper. Scientists use the craters to study Earth's history and cosmic events.
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