Type Irrigation reservoir Primary outflows Grande River Surface area 30 km (12 sq mi) Volume 0.75 km³ Inflow source Grande River | Primary inflows Basin countries Chile Area 30 km² Outflow location Grande River | |
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Water volume 750×10^ m (610,000 acre·ft) Similar Recoleta Dam, Puclaro Dam, Valle del Encanto, Cordillera de Talinay, Bosque de Fray Jorge National |
La Paloma is an artificial lake located 27 km southeast of the city of Ovalle, in the Coquimbo Region, Chile. Although its primary purpose is to provide water for irrigation, the reservoir is also a popular recreational spot for locals and visitors. It was inaugurated in 1968.
Map of Embalse La Paloma, Monte Patria, Coquimbo Region, Chile
References
La Paloma Dam Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA