Bureya Reservoir, reservoir in Amur Oblast and Khabarovsk Krai, Russia
The Bureya Reservoir is a large body of water formed behind a dam on the Bureya River in eastern Russia, with a surface that covers roughly 750 square kilometers and reflects the sky in calm conditions. The concrete dam stands about 140 meters tall and stretches over 700 meters, housing turbines that generate power for the region.
Construction of the reservoir project started in the late 1970s but faced long delays before restarting around 2000 and finally completing in 2009. The dam was built to address electricity shortages in the region and provide a more reliable power supply.
Local people regularly fish and walk in nature along the reservoir, making these activities central to their way of life. The water shapes both work and leisure, connecting residents to their surroundings in practical and personal ways.
Visitors should be ready for hot summers and cold winters, with the best time to visit during mild seasons when water is accessible and views are clear. The area is remote with limited facilities, so travelers should plan supplies carefully and follow local rules to keep the place clean and safe.
A major landslide blocked part of the Bureya River in late 2018, drawing scientific attention to the area and revealing the natural power of the landscape. The event highlighted how the land can shift unexpectedly despite the presence of the dam structure.
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