Kambarsky Pond, reservoir in Udmurtia, Russia
Kambarsky Pond is an artificial reservoir located in the town of Kambarka in the Udmurt Republic, created when a dam was built across the river. It covers approximately four square kilometers, stretches about five and a half kilometers in length, and reaches an average depth of slightly more than three meters, with deeper areas near the dam.
The dam was constructed in 1761 to regulate water for the factory, built by workers transferred from Demidov enterprises who had experience with hydraulic structures. The dam shaped Kambarka's development, which later became a center for locomotive manufacturing and continues to reflect its industrial heritage today.
Kambarsky Pond divides the town of Kambarka into two parts and serves as the focal point where residents gather to walk, fish, and spend time by the water. The place remains central to how locals experience their daily lives and connect with their surroundings.
The pond is easily accessible with walking paths and seating areas around its shoreline. Visitors should come prepared for changing weather conditions and wear comfortable shoes, especially if planning to explore the entire perimeter or engage in fishing.
The dam was built from wood, earth, and clay and proved so sturdy that it required only minimal repairs over many decades. The city emblem features a cast iron railing on the dam, designed by engineer Boris Petrov Fedenev in 1976, symbolizing how central this structure remains to Kambarka's identity.
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