Gezende Dam, Hydroelectric arch dam in Mersin Province, Turkey
The Gezende Dam rises 75 meters high across the Ermenek River, creating a reservoir that holds 92 million cubic meters of water.
The construction of Gezende Dam started in 1979 under the supervision of Turkish State Hydraulic Works and reached completion in 1990.
The dam represents Turkish engineering capabilities in water management, demonstrating the nation's commitment to renewable energy infrastructure development.
The hydroelectric power station at Gezende Dam produces 528 gigawatt-hours of electricity annually through its 159-megawatt generation system.
The dam's concrete arch design utilizes the natural valley walls for support, making it an example of structural engineering adapted to local topography.
Location: Mersin Province
GPS coordinates: 36.53411,33.19093
Latest update: March 22, 2025 04:18
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