Lake Gregory (Nuwara Eliya)
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| Lake Gregory, Nuwara Eliya | |
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| File:Nuwaraellia Lake.jpg | |
| Location | Nuwara Eliya |
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| Type | Reservoir |
| Basin countries | Sri Lanka |
| Built | 1873 |
| Surface area | .912 km2 (0.352 sq mi) |
| Surface elevation | 1,874 m (6,148 ft) |
| Islands | One |
| Settlements | Nuwara Eliya |
| References | [1] |
Lake Gregory (Sinhalese: ග්රෙගරි වැව) is a reservoir in heart of the tea country hill city, Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka. Lake Gregory was constructed during the period of British Governor Sir William Gregory in 1873.[2] The lake and the surrounding area make up the Gregory Lake Area.
History
The area was originally a swampy bog at the foot of the small hills that border the town. In 1873 Sir William Gregory authorised the damming of the Thalagala stream, which originates from Mount Pidurutalagala,[3] in order to make more land available for the expansion of the town.[4] In 1881 the lake was stocked with trout by Mr C. J. R. Le Mesurier (Assistant Government Agent for Nuwara Eliya).[5][6]
In 1913 the waters of the lake were directed into a tunnel which flows to a hydro power station at 'Blackpool' between the town and Nanu Oya.[7] The power station continues to supply electricity to the town to this day. In British times Lake Gregory was used for water sports and recreational activities.
References
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