Talsperre Lehnmühle, Cultural heritage reservoir in Dippoldiswalde and Hartmannsdorf-Reichenau, Germany.
The Lehnmühle Dam is a concrete barrier between Dippoldiswalde and Hartmannsdorf-Reichenau that holds back water to protect the region from flooding and supply water to local communities. The structure creates a large lake bordered by forested areas and accessible footpaths along the shore.
This dam was built in 1927 as part of early 20th-century efforts to improve water management and flood prevention in eastern Saxony. The project reflected the engineering methods and priorities of that era.
The name comes from an old mill that once operated at this location, powered by flowing water. Today, visitors can experience how this site connects the region's milling past with its present role in water management.
The site is accessible by car with parking available near the dam, and walking trails circle the reservoir at varying difficulty levels. Visit during dry weather to make the trails easier to navigate safely.
The entire structure was built from reinforced concrete, a relatively new technique in the 1920s that showcased cutting-edge engineering for its era. This construction method made the dam a notable example of industrial innovation from that period.
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