Serrù Lake
Lake in Piedmont, Italy
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Serrù Lake is an artificial lake in the Province of Turin, Piedmont, Italy. Specifically, the lake is situated in the Orco Valley[1], within the municipality of Ceresole Reale, and lies along the road that leads up to the Colle del Nivolet.[1]
| Serrù Lake | |
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  Serrù Lake Location within Piedmont | |
| Location | Province of Turin, Piedmont |
| Coordinates | 45°27′33″N 7°07′33″E |
| Orco | |
| Orco | |
| Basin countries | Italy |
Surface elevation | 2,275 m (7,464 ft) |
The lake's elevation is 2,275 meters above sea level.[2] Its primary function is to serve as one of the artificial basins (along with others like Agnel and Ceresole) that feed various hydroelectric power plants in the valley.[3]
The entire area surrounding the lake is situated within the protected territory of the Gran Paradiso National Park.[citation needed] Additionally, it is a significant starting point for excursions and alpine ascents to high peaks, including the Cima del Carro and the Grande Aiguille Rousse.[4]
