Cadagua facts for kids
The Cadagua River (also known as Kadagua) is an important river in northern Spain. It flows through the Biscay area, called Encartaciones (or Enkarterriak in Basque). The river begins in the Castilian valley of Mena and travels all the way to Barakaldo and Bilbao. In this area, it forms the border between these towns before joining the Estuary of Bilbao. Another important town the river passes through is Balmaseda.
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Where the River Starts
The Cadagua River gets its name from a small village where its first spring is located. This village, also called Cadagua, is found in the Valle de Mena in Burgos, Spain. It is surrounded by the beautiful "La Peña" mountains.
How the River is Used
For many years, people have used the power of the Cadagua River.
Making Electricity
Today, four small hydropower plants use the river's flow to produce electricity. This is a clean way to generate power.
Old Mills
Before modern electricity, the river's water power was used by many mills. These mills helped grind grain or do other work. You can still see some of these old mills along the river today. They are a reminder of how people used to live and work.
A Company Named After the River
There is a company called Cadagua that takes its name from this river. This company focuses on designing, planning, and building water treatment plants. Their work helps to clean water and protect the environment.
See also
In Spanish: Río Cadagua para niños
