Кіші Үлбі бөгені, Stausee in Kasachstan
The Kichi Ulbi Reservoir is a water storage facility in East Kazakhstan Region. It collects water from the Kichi Ulbi River, which originates in the Ulbi Mountains and flows through a narrow valley before joining the larger Ulbi River.
The reservoir was built to secure water supply for nearby villages and agricultural use in the region. Over decades, it has served as a critical resource for irrigation and drinking water for local settlements.
The reservoir sits in a narrow valley and can be reached on foot or by vehicle from nearby settlements. The best time to visit is during warmer months when water levels are highest and access roads are passable.
Water levels change noticeably with the seasons: in winter the surface freezes, creating natural crossing routes across the ice. In summer, local fishermen and herders rely on shallow sections for their daily work and water needs.
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