Paltinu Dam

Paltinu Dam is a 108 m high arch dam built on the Doftana River, Prahova County, Romania.

Site
Paltinu dam is located on the Doftana River downstream of the confluence with the Păltinoasa River in the gorges known as "La Tocile". The cross-section of the valley is assymetric. On the left bank, there is a terrace of around 100 m width. The base rock is sandstone with marlstone intercallations. The foundation rock has several faults and also has complex fractures.