⤢ View photo
About this place
Fans of large-scale architecture can get acquainted with the pride of Nova Kakhovka, its industrial heart and symbol. This is how the largest HES in Ukraine, located in this city, is regarded. The structure impresses not only with its size, but also with the number of builders involved during construction. According to historical data, around 100 ethnic groups were present at the HES construction site.
Photo from the website uhe.gov.ua
The built station supplies drinking water and electricity to Kherson and Mykolaiv oblasts. The dam serves as a route for cars and rail transport. In addition, the created Kakhovka Reservoir helps regulate the annual flow of the Dnipro, retains spring water, and provides irrigation and water supply for arid Kherson region.
Interesting facts:
- The film Poema pro more was made about the construction of the Kakhovka HES.
- Construction of the HES required flooding 90 villages, including the historical area — Velykyi Pliuh.
- On average, the HES produces about 1506 thousand kW annually.
Reviews (0)
No reviews yet. Would you like to leave the first review?
