The Rules Reservoir: a hydraulic paradox in Granada
The hydraulic infrastructure of the Rules reservoir, inaugurated in 2004 in the province of Granada, represents one of the most emblematic cases of poor management in Spain. Despite having its basin completely full of water, it lacks the necessary distribution systems to fulfill its main function 🏞️
An unfinished project with serious consequences
The absence of conduction networks transforms this work into an unusable water storage, making agricultural irrigation and urban supply in the Costa Tropical impossible. This situation reveals planning failures that directly affect regional development.
Main structural deficiencies:- Lack of main pipelines for water transport to crop areas
- Absence of pumping stations and regulation systems
- Discoordination between the construction of the dam and its commissioning
"It's like having a Ferrari in the garage but without the keys: everyone admires it, but no one can use it for what it was designed for"
Socioeconomic impact in the region
The Granada Costa Tropical, whose economy fundamentally depends on irrigated agriculture, suffers the consequences of this underutilization. Subtropical crops such as avocado and mango face constant uncertainty due to the lack of guaranteed supply 🌱
Direct consequences for the population:- Limitations on the development of new agricultural projects
- Postponement of improvements in domestic supply
- Growing frustration among farmers and local residents
Reflections on the water future
This situation highlights the need to properly coordinate all phases of hydraulic projects. The Rules reservoir remains as an symbol of wasted potential, reminding us that the mere construction of infrastructures does not guarantee their real utility without comprehensive planning 💧