The Cuesta del Viento Reservoir is a hydroelectric dam, located in the department Iglesia, in the north of the Argentine province of San Juan
It is located on the union of the White River and the Arroyo Iglesia where the Jáchal River is born.
This reservoir is the most important hydroelectric work in the northern region of the province mentioned above. The hydroelectric power plant regulates the flows of streams and rivers from the melting of the Andes Mountain Range, in order to produce energy and promote the agricultural and mining production of the area. The work has the capacity to generate 40 gigawatts per hour and ensures the irrigation of about 17,000 hectares.
Cuesta del Viento has become, in recent years, one of the main tourist attractions of San Juan. The beauty of the site and the presence of strong winds have created the ideal environment for adventure and water sports lovers. Its natural qualities allow it to be classified as one of the best places in the world for the practice of windsurfing. This reservoir is the venue for international championships that summon tourists from different countries.
The adjoining area also offers the practice of mountain biking. In November the In addition to offering the ideal setting for adventure, the dam offers different options for rest in the paradores and clubs on its beaches.
(Wikipedia, translated from Spanish)