El Salvador 5 de Noviembre Dam & Lempa River Hydroelectric Postcard
$ 5.28
Description
El Salvador 5 de Noviembre Dam & Lempa River Hydroelectric Postcard. Thank you for visiting! This item is in stock and usually ships within 1 business day of your purchase. It will be shipped via ebay Standard Envelope which provides tracking information when it passes through the sorting machines for First Class mail. USPS workers have no way of scanning the barcode on the label. When it marks it as "out for delivery or delivered" it means it has arrived at your local sorting center, not your home address. Depending on your local postal route, it may take several days yet to arrive at your home. Also, consider possible weather delays in the actual time the service takes. Feel free to write if you have any questions. This captivating vintage postcard showcases the impressive 5 de Noviembre Dam, a significant hydroelectric power plant located on the majestic Lempa River in El Salvador. The vibrant image captures the dam's grand scale, with water dramatically cascading through its gates, surrounded by the lush, verdant landscapes characteristic of Central America. This engineering marvel is a testament to the nation's development, highlighting both its natural beauty and technological advancements. The reverse side provides fascinating statistical details about the dam, noting its 60-meter height, 450-meter length, and a final hydroelectric capacity of 75,000 KW. It also mentions the 20 Km² lake surface and the substantial cost of 40,000,000 Colones. The postcard was sold by Casa Hellebuyck in San Salvador and published by Curteich-Chicago, indicating a quality production typical of the "C.T. American Art" series, making it a valuable piece for collectors interested in infrastructure, Central American history, or vintage travel memorabilia.
