Proletarskoe Reservoir, reservoir in Russia
Proletarskoe Reservoir is a large body of water located across Kalmykia, Stavropol Krai, and Rostov Oblast. The water stretches across flat terrain with gentle banks lined by reeds and low vegetation, creating a calm surface that mirrors the sky above.
The reservoir was constructed beginning around 1950 as part of Soviet efforts to modernize agriculture in the region. Its creation allowed farmers to irrigate land more reliably and supported food production across the area.
The reservoir holds meaning for local people as a place where daily fishing and relaxation happen throughout the year. The water shapes local routines and traditions, connecting the community to a resource that has supported their way of life for generations.
The area around the reservoir is open and accessible by road, with pathways for those wanting to fish or take walks. It remains a quiet place with minimal structures, offering plenty of space to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
The reservoir receives water from multiple rivers including the Manych and Egorlyk, which converge from different directions to fill it. This network of inflows and outflows connects it to a larger water system that shapes the entire region.
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