Stratos lake, reservoir in Aetolia-Acarnania, Greece
Stratos lake is a reservoir created in 1989 by damming the Acheloos River in the Aetolia-Acarnania region of western Greece. The water surface spans roughly 7.4 square kilometers and is held back by an earthen dam standing about 26 meters (85 feet) high and extending more than 1,000 meters (3,280 feet) across the river valley.
The reservoir was completed in 1989 when the earthen dam on the Acheloos River became operational for hydroelectric power generation. The project was part of Greece's broader effort to develop renewable energy and manage water resources across the western region.
The area around the lake offers quiet walking paths along the shores where visitors can enjoy views of the water and rolling hills in peaceful surroundings. The best times to visit are sunny days when the water surface is calm and the landscape is most visible.
The lake functions primarily as a power-generating facility with turbines that spin from water flow rather than as a recreational destination, yet it maintains a calm natural setting for visitors to explore. This dual purpose means the water level is managed for electricity needs while the surrounding landscape remains quiet and accessible to those interested in observing the area.
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