FF MM · CC BY-SA 3.0Central Hidroeléctrica Acaray
ANDE's dam on the Acaray River (210 MW), built between 1961 and 1969, predating Itaipú.
What it is
The Acaray Hydroelectric Plant is a dam on the Acaray River, a few kilometres from its mouth on the Paraná and beside the Itaipú super-highway. It is run by ANDE, the state electricity company. It was built between 1961 and 1969 and has four turbines and 210 megawatts of power, supplying about 8% of national electricity demand according to Wikipedia. The reservoir holds 300 hm³. The concrete structure is just over 30 metres high. It predates Itaipú and Yacyretá.
What to see and do
- Concrete dam on the Acaray River
- Four turbines and 210 MW
- Predecessor of Itaipú in the national power mix
Did you know…?
Its reservoir sits at an elevation of 185.3 m above sea level and the downstream level is 115 m.
It is run by ANDE, not Itaipú Binacional, although it lies beside the Itaipú super-highway.
Tips
- It is not a site of regular guided tours: ask ANDE before going and respect restricted zones.
- It can be seen from the super-highway road; take photos without entering operational areas.
An operational ANDE facility; no published visiting hours. Check before you go.
Best time: Year-round.
Activities
Festivals and events here
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Researched and reviewed in September 2026 with 4 sources. A second reviewer checked dates, coordinates and lodging. Hours and prices may change.