Staustufe Serrig, Barrage in Serrig, Germany
The Serrig barrage extends across the Saar River with two lock chambers, measuring 190 meters and 40 meters in length respectively.
Construction of the Serrig barrage took place between 1981 and 1986, becoming Germany's largest river barrage on a natural watercourse.
The facility offers guided tours where visitors descend 25 meters underground to learn about hydroelectric power generation and water management systems.
The barrage generates 51.1 million kilowatt-hours of electricity annually through its two turbines, supplying power to 14,000 households.
The structure features a height difference of 14.5 meters between its upper water level at 156.5 meters and lower water level at 142 meters.
Location: Serrig
Inception: 1986
GPS coordinates: 49.56670,6.59250
Latest update: March 7, 2025 01:50
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