Boguchanskoye Reservoir, reservoir in Russia
Boguchanskoye Reservoir is a large body of water straddling Krasnoyarsk Krai and Irkutsk Oblast, created by damming the Angara River. The water spreads across a wide area surrounded by thick forests, with calm surface reflecting the sky and trees.
Construction of the Boguchany Dam began in the late 1970s but took decades to complete, finishing in the 2010s to generate hydroelectric power. The creation of the reservoir brought major changes to the region, with some villages having to relocate before the water rose.
The reservoir shapes life for people in this region who have long ties to the river. The creation of this body of water changed daily routines: fishing, boating, and waterside visits became central to how local communities spend their time.
The area is relatively remote and primarily used for power generation, so tourist infrastructure is limited. Visitors should expect quiet, undeveloped landscapes and enter the area with respect for its ecological role and function.
The reservoir was built in a seismically active zone and engineered with exceptional strength to withstand earthquakes. Nine turbines as large as small houses form the heart of this engineering feat, spinning when water passes through them to generate power.
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