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Eguzon Dam, Hydroelectric power station and arch dam in Cuzion, France

The Eguzon Dam spans 300 meters across the Creuse River, featuring six generators that produce electricity for 47,000 residents in central France.

The construction of Eguzon Dam from 1922 to 1926 established it as the largest dam in Europe during that period, marking a milestone in French engineering.

The dam created Lac de Chambon reservoir, which has transformed the region into a center for water activities and recreational pursuits.

Visitors can participate in guided tours lasting 90 minutes, available in French and English, with free admission and parking facilities.

The dam structure ranges from 54 meters thick at its base to 5 meters at the top, generating 101 million kilowatt-hours of electricity annually.

Inception: 1922

Creator: André Coyne

Length: 300 m

GPS coordinates: 46.45444,1.61361

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:41

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