Monte Miguéis Dam

Category: Civil Architecture > Dam

District: Beja > Ourique > Conceição > Monte Migueis

Location

Situated in the heart of Baixo Alentejo, the Monte Miguéis Dam is strategically located in the municipality of Ourique, more precisely in the locality of Conceição, in the Monte Miguéis area. This setting affords it a typical Alentejo surrounding landscape, marked by the serenity of the fields and the vast expanses of sky. Its position offers wide views over the water mirror that forms and over the gentle undulation of the surrounding terrain, providing an environment of profound tranquility.

Conception and Function

The Monte Miguéis Dam represents a notable example of engineering, designed to manage the region's water resources. Its structure, robust and functional, harmonizes with the local topography, creating an essential reservoir for supply and, indirectly, for the support of agricultural activities that characterize this area of Alentejo. It is a testament to how human intervention can coexist with and shape the landscape according to local needs and development.

Environment and Natural Scenery

The body of water created by the Monte Miguéis Dam transforms the Alentejo landscape, introducing an aquatic element that contrasts with the characteristic aridity of the summer months. This environment favors local biodiversity, becoming a point of interest for observing various species of birds and wildlife. The quietness of the place and the amplitude of the views over the water and surrounding fields invite contemplation, providing a scenario of peace and a unique perspective on the nature of the country's interior.

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