When a river is dammed, it creates a reservoir or an artificial lake upstream of the dam. This can lead to changes in the local ecosystem, including alterations in water temperature, sediment flow, and habitat for aquatic and terrestrial species. Additionally, the dam can cause changes in downstream river flow, potentially leading to reduced water availability and affecting the surrounding environment and communities.
ohio river
vagas river
The Molonglo River was dammed to create the artificial lake Lake Burley Griffin.
hydroelectric
a large river that can be dammed
The Colorado River.
A dammed lake is a man-made reservoir created by blocking a river with a dam to store water for various uses. An aquifer is an underground layer of rock or soil that holds water, serving as a natural reservoir. Dammed lakes are surface water sources, while aquifers store water underground.
The Chagres River @ Gamboa
Reservoir/Cistern
Hammurabi
Ex. The river's tributaries were dammed, so now the river is drying up.
The Molongo River. The lake is an artificial lake in the center of Canberra