Thisavros Dam, Embankment dam in Drama, Greece
Thisavros Dam is an embankment dam on the Nestos River in Drama, rising approximately 172 meters high. The structure features three large spillway gates for water control and uses multiple turbines to generate electricity.
The dam was built between 1986 and 1996, representing a major engineering achievement in Greek infrastructure development. Its construction was part of a larger plan for water supply and power generation in northeastern Greece.
The dam's Greek name refers to the local region where it stands as a landmark. It serves as a key infrastructure element for the surrounding communities of Drama and Nikiforos.
The dam is relatively easy to access from the city of Drama, and viewing points from above offer wide views of the Nestos valley and surrounding landscape. Visitors should expect uneven terrain and wear sturdy footwear.
The reservoir stores about 705 million cubic meters of water and plays a key role in irrigating agricultural areas across the region. The three turbines are specifically designed to pump water during peak demand times and store it back during low-demand periods.
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