Régua Dam, Hydroelectric power station in Peso da Régua, Portugal
The Régua Dam extends 350 meters across the Douro River with concrete walls reaching 41 meters in height and maintains a water level of 73.5 meters.
The construction of Régua Dam, initiated in 1965 and completed in 1973, established a major advancement in Portuguese energy infrastructure during the twentieth century.
The dam forms part of northern Portugal's industrial heritage, representing the transformation of the Douro River from a wine transportation route to an energy source.
Three Kaplan turbines within the power station generate 180 megawatts of electricity, supplying renewable energy to communities across northern Portugal.
The dam incorporates a navigation lock system that accommodates vessels up to 83 meters long, enabling continued river traffic along the Douro.
Location: Peso da Régua
Location: Armamar
Location: Lamego
Location: Tabuaço
Location: São João da Pesqueira
Location: Alijó
Location: Sabrosa
Location: Carrazeda de Ansiães
Location: Vila Real
Inception: 1965
Elevation above the sea: 73.5 m
Height: 41 m
Length: 350 m
GPS coordinates: 41.14611,-7.74000
Latest update: March 12, 2025 14:39
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