Elan Valley • Dam

Pen y Garreg Dam

The third of the Elan Valley dams, also known as the middle dam. This dam houses an access tunnel to the central tower which is lit by apertures in the downstream side.

Height – 123 ft above river bed
Length – 417 ft 6 in.
Total capacity – 1,320,000,000 gallons

Magazine Hut

Remains of a magazine hut near Pen y Garreg Dam, which had two metal doors and a dividing wall. Built to store explosives during construction. Located above Penbont House (The Flicking Lamp).
Map Ref: SN91227 67157

Tel: 07870954997


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