Vidhostice Dam
Vodní nádrž Vidhostice
The Vidhostice Dam, the largest in the Louny district, is an earth-filled dam built between 1987 and 1990. It plays a vital role in improving water flow, retaining floodwaters, and supporting irrigation for local agriculture and fish farming.

💧 The largest earth-filled dam in the Louny district, crucial for water management and flood control.
⚙️ Explore its engineering marvels and learn about its vital role in the region's ecosystem.

Why Go

🌊 See the largest dam in the Louny district
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Learn about water management and engineering
🌾 Understand its role in supporting local agriculture and hop fields
🎣 Good for fish farming and sport fishing
🚶‍♀️ Enjoy the surrounding natural landscape

History & Engineering

🏗️ Constructed between 1987 and 1990 on the Mlýnecký potok
📏 Earth-filled dam, 12 meters high and 162 meters long
💧 Total flooded area of 24 hectares with a volume of one million cubic meters
🏞️ Part of a system with Blatno reservoir and other ponds

Future Plans

🚧 Expected to be surpassed by the new Kryry Dam (2030-2040) as the largest in the district
💡 Kryry Dam planned to be 360m long, 21m high, with nearly ten million cubic meters volume
🌊 Part of broader measures to combat drought in Podbořansko and Rakovnicko regions
🔄 New feeder systems from Ohře river and connections to other reservoirs planned

Accessibility

🗓️ Occasionally hosts public events like "Open Days" (check local announcements)
🚶‍♀️ Opportunities to explore facilities like the renovated tower and bottom outlets during special events
🧒 Special programs often prepared for children during open days

Why Avoid

🚫 No specific contact details or admission fees mentioned for general access
⚠️ Details regarding parking or specific accessibility features not provided for regular visits

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damreservoirengineeringfamily-friendlyoutdoorCzech RepublicLouny districtVidhosticewater management