This is what they look like and here are the largest reservoirs in the world: their sizes are col

Water is a resource that is increasingly scarce and precious, for this reason different reservoirs have been created around the world, which are imposing structures that retain large quantities of this vital liquid. However, Water reservoirs not only serve as a source of drinking water, they also play an important role in agricultural irrigation, hydroelectric power generationin the regulation of river flows and in the prevention of floods.

Currently, in the city of Bogotá there is a critical situation with the reservoirs that are close to the capital, this is why the El Niño phenomenon brought a heat wave that caused a large part of these bodies of water to dry up. For this reasonthe mayor’s office has announced fines for those who waste this liquid and water cuts have been scheduled in areas of the city.

Now, this problem has made people wonder what the largest reservoirs in the world are like or where they are. Below, we show you the five reservoirs that stand out for their colossal size.

Three Gorges Dams (China)

The Three Gorges Dam is the largest reservoir in the world in terms of storage capacity. It is located on the Yangtze River, China, and has an area of more than 1,084 square kilometers.

This megastructure, in addition to storing millions of liters of water, is also a crucial source of hydroelectric energy.

Lake Kariba (Zambia and Zimbabwe)

This freshwater reservoir is located on the Zambezi River between Zambia and Zimbabwe, Africa, and has an area of approximately 5,580 square kilometers. This large body of water has become vital for agricultural irrigation, fishing and hydroelectric power generation in the region.

Lake Volta (Ghana)

It is one of the largest artificial reservoirs in the world by extension. It is located in Ghana, West Africa, and connects to the Volta River. It has an area of about 8,502 square kilometers and extends across several regions of Ghana.

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This reservoir supplies much of the country with hydroelectric energy, providing electricity for homes, industries and public services.

Bratsk Reservoir (Russia)

The Bratsk Reservoir, located on the Angara River in Siberia, Russia, has an area of approximately 5,470 square kilometers. This body of water also helps generate hydroelectric energy, but also It has developed rich biodiversity, making it a popular destination for fishing and recreation.

Hoover Reservoir (United States)

Located on the Colorado River on the border between Arizona and Nevada, this reservoir spans approximately 640 square kilometers, making it one of the largest reservoirs in the United States.

This reservoir is a vital source of water for the southwestern United Statess, although its capacity has decreased due to drought and climate change.

DANIELA LARRARTE ASAAD
DIGITAL SCOPE EDITORIAL
TIME