Caniçada Dam, Hydroelectric power station in Braga District, Portugal
The Caniçada Dam spans 246 meters across the Cávado River with two Francis turbine-generators producing electricity in an underground powerhouse facility.
Constructed in 1955, the Caniçada Dam marked the development of Portuguese hydroelectric infrastructure during the post-war industrialization period.
The reservoir created by the dam has transformed the regional landscape, creating new opportunities for fishing and water-based activities.
Visitors can access the dam site through the N103 road, which connects the municipalities of Vieira do Minho and Terras de Bouro.
The dam maintains an active reservoir capacity of 159.3 million cubic meters, generating 337.4 gigawatt-hours of electricity annually.
Elevation above the sea: 162 m
Length: 246 m
Part of: HICA - Hidroeléctrica do Cávado/ Caniçada
GPS coordinates: 41.65300,-8.23100
Latest update: March 12, 2025 14:39
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