Lac du Chambon, Reservoir in Isère, France
The artificial lake covers 1.4 square kilometers at an elevation of 1040 meters in the French Alps, containing 54 million cubic meters of water.
The construction of the Chambon dam started in September 1929 and finished in December 1935, forming this substantial water reservoir on the Romanche River.
The reservoir submerged three historical hamlets: Chambon, Dauphin, and Parizet, which reappear when the water level drops for maintenance operations.
The recreational complex provides rental equipment for water activities, including canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, and pedal boats, along with facilities for various sports.
The water level reduction during maintenance reveals the remnants of former settlements and an old road at the bottom of the valley.
Location: Isère
Inception: April 24, 1935
Elevation above the sea: 1,040 m
Address: Lac du Chambon, France
GPS coordinates: 45.04200,6.14800
Latest update: June 30, 2025 15:56
The lakes of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes showcase remarkable geological diversity. The natural glacial lakes such as Bourget and Annecy contrast with the deep volcanic lakes of Pavin and Bouchet. The artificial lakes of Serre-Ponçon and Monteynard complete this hydrographic network. This region includes high-altitude lakes in the Alps and the Massif Central, plains water bodies, and hydropower dam reservoirs.
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