The San Jerónimo Dam () is a

dam A dam is a barrier that stops or restricts the flow of surface water or underground streams. Reservoirs created by dams not only suppress floods but also provide water for activities such as irrigation, human consumption, industrial use, aqua ...

located near the hill of La Tecolota in the town of San Jerónimo,

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. The dam was built at a cost of 8,461,000; it was inaugurated on February 10, 2009 by the state governor

Emilio González Márquez Emilio González Márquez (born 12 November 1960 in Lagos de Moreno, Jalisco) is a Mexican politician affiliated with the National Action Party (PAN). He served as Governor of Jalisco. from 2007 to 2013 Political career González was an active ...

Cause of construction

The dam was built to relieve the serious problem of the community's need of public water. The dam is planned to supply water for the approximately 700 homes in the community. The dam will also seek to promote aquaculture, tourism, and environmental care which may trigger the economic development of the residents.

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SEDER entrega presa para uso doméstico en San Martín Hidalgo
{{DEFAULTSORT:Presa San Jeronimo Dams in Mexico Dams completed in 2009