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Dairy pasture by Carrigadrohid Lake
Carrigadrohid Lake is located in Ireland
Carrigadrohid Lake
Carrigadrohid Lake
Location in Ireland
Location Ireland
Coordinates 51°53′50″N 8°52′36″W / 51.897162°N 8.876642°W / 51.897162; -8.876642
Native name Loch Charraig an Droichid Error {{native name checker}}: parameter value is malformed (help)
Primary inflows River Lee
Primary outflows River Lee
Basin countries Ireland
First flooded 1952–57
Surface area 5.8 km2 (2.2 sq mi)
Surface elevation 62 m (203 ft)
Settlements Carrigadrohid

Carrigadrohid Lake is a special lake in County Cork, Ireland. It's not a natural lake! Instead, it's a large reservoir that was created on the River Lee. This lake was made in the 1950s to help power a special building called the Carrigadrohid hydroelectric power station.

What is Carrigadrohid Lake?

Carrigadrohid Lake is an artificial lake, meaning it was made by people. It was formed when a dam was built across the River Lee. This dam holds back the river's water, creating the large lake we see today. The lake is located just west of a village called Carrigadrohid.

Why was the Lake Created?

The main reason Carrigadrohid Lake was built was to help make electricity. The water stored in the lake is used by the Carrigadrohid hydroelectric power station. This power station uses the force of the flowing water to spin large turbines, which then create clean electricity for homes and businesses. This type of power is called hydroelectricity.

Where is Carrigadrohid Lake Located?

Carrigadrohid Lake is found in the southern part of Ireland. It is part of the beautiful landscape of County Cork. The lake stretches along the River Lee, which is an important river in the region.

Wildlife in the Lake

Carrigadrohid Lake is a great place for fishing! Many different types of fish live in its waters. Anglers (people who fish) often come here to catch:

This makes the lake an important spot for local wildlife and for people who enjoy fishing as a hobby.

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