Itumbiara Reservoir

Water type: Artificial lake
Continent: South America
Climate: Tropical
Country: Brazil

Largest tributaries

The Itumbiara Reservoir, located in Brazil, is an important artificial lake created by the Itumbiara Dam on the Paranaíba River.

The reservoir is situated on the border between the states of Goiás and Minas Gerais in central Brazil.

The surface area of the reservoir is approximately 780 square kilometers, making it one of the largest reservoirs in Brazil.

The primary purpose of the reservoir is hydroelectric power generation, but it also serves for flood control, water supply, irrigation, and recreational activities.