This article explores the historical background of reservoir and flood-control (selkhona) construction in Namangan Region during the second half of the twentieth century, focusing on the emergence and development of Andijan Reservoir as a major regional hydraulic facility. The study traces the project’s early conceptual origins, Soviet-era planning and decision-making, and the key stages of construction and commissioning, highlighting how large-scale water infrastructure was linked to irrigation expansion, agricultural modernization, and broader economic objectives in the Fergana Valley. Special attention is given to the engineering and organizational context of the project, including the role of specialized design institutes, state financing, and the integration of reservoir functions with hydropower generation and regulated water delivery. The article also discusses the social and territorial consequences of reservoir development, such as land-use changes and resettlement-related issues, as well as post-Soviet challenges associated with cross-border water management and governance. By combining historical analysis with an infrastructure-focused perspective, the article clarifies the reservoir’s long-term significance for regional water security and flood-risk regulation.

Andijan Reservoir, Namangan Region, Fergana Valley, reservoirs and flood-control facilities

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