Upper Volga Floodgate, Water management structure in Selizharovsky District, Russia
The Upper Volga Floodgate controls water flow at the start of Europe's longest river through a system of gates and concrete barriers.
Engineers completed the construction of this water management facility in 1843 to regulate navigation and support trade along the Volga River system.
The structure represents a regional cultural heritage site in Tver Oblast, demonstrating early Russian engineering methods for controlling major waterways.
Located at coordinates 56.88589, 33.31737, the floodgate maintains water levels for agricultural needs and supports the Moscow Canal drinking water system.
The facility belongs to the Big Volga project, which includes 11 dams generating 5 percent of Russia's total electricity production.
Location: Верхневолжский Бейшлот
Inception: 1843
GPS coordinates: 56.88589,33.31737
Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:20
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