The Cheboksary reservoir is formed by the dam of the same name hydroelectric station located in Novocheboksarsk, the Republic of Chuvashia. The construction of the hydroelectric complex was begun as early as 1968. However, due to contradictions between the regions, they still cannot complete it. Currently, the hydroelectric station is operating at around 63 m.
There is a reservoir on the Volga River. Geographically refers to the Nizhny Novgorod region, Chuvashia and the Republic of Mari El.
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The Cheboksary reservoir is part of the Volga-Kama cascade. The filling began in 1980, and was fully formed in 1982. The reservoir area is more than 2 thousand square kilometers, the length is about 340 km. As for the width, the highest mark varies within 16 km, and the depth is 35 m. It is navigable for both passenger and tourist routes, as well as for freight routes.
During the formation of the reservoir, the village of Korotni was flooded. Completely water is replaced within 15-20 days. The level of the Cheboksary reservoir is planned to be raised to the level of 68 m (currently 63 m), however, this will lead to flooding of more than 350 thousand ha. Then Nizhny Novgorod and other industrial centers will be at risk.
Problems
The overlap of the Volga in November 1980 is now recognized as an unjustified decision. The river, and so on, along its entire length, from its origins in the Tver region to the lower reaches in the south of the country, is a cascade of reservoirs. Their change can not but adversely affect the ecology of the regions and water resources in particular.
The Cheboksary reservoir is surrounded by pine forests, oak forests. However, these beautiful forests suffer during flooding, which leads to large losses of wood. Also observed a decrease in the yield of wild berry crops and mushrooms.
There is currently no clear solution and solution to the problem of environmental pollution of valuable freshwater fish species such as pike, zander, bream. About 100 million rubles were spent at the beginning of 2006 for design surveys and proposals to eliminate the main problems of water pollution. The main problem to be solved is the swampiness of the areas adjacent to the reservoir.
Cheboksary reservoir: fishing
An attractive reservoir is primarily for lovers of fishing, which is possible here all year round. Here's interesting: what is harmful to agriculture is of great help to fishermen. Rotting tree trunks, wetlands are a favorite habitat for some fish species.
The Cheboksary Reservoir is the habitat of pike, asp, perch, perch, and others. They are willingly caught on wobblers or loose hooks. They are most convenient to use, so as not to spoil the tackle on the trees or to collect garbage during fishing.
The most successful places for fishing are considered the surroundings of the Makaryev Monastery, where many predatory fish are found. Perch and pike gather in large flocks at the mouth of the Kerzhenets River and are conveniently caught there for spinning.
The right tributary of the Volga - the Sundovik River - is a favorite place for several species of pike. And fishing enthusiasts note that in these places you can catch the whole flock of these predators.
Tourism
There are several recreation centers on the territory of the reservoir, each of which offers a wide range of services for fishermen. This is a rental of space, gear and other equipment. Also, each of the fishermen can independently prepare their catch.
The level of comfort in the places of residence - from houses with amenities to simple places with tents and campsites. At some recreation centers for fishing enthusiasts, regular thematic lectures are held. The Cheboksary Reservoir is visited by a large number of people every year.