Staudamm

dam (structure retaining water)

noun SHTOW-dam Rare

Also means

reservoir dam

Usage Note

Staudamm is the wall or barrier that impounds water to create a Stausee. Distinct from Deich (flood protection dyke) and Wehr (weir). Found in infrastructure, energy, and environmental contexts. Plural Staudämme.

Examples

"Der Staudamm wurde gebaut, um die Region mit Strom zu versorgen."

Natural Translation

The dam was built to supply the region with electricity.

Literal Translation

The dam was built, to the region with electricity to-supply.

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