The Gurguiata valley has been heavily modified by human activity. There are many storage reservoirs in the valley, used mainly for flood control and for intensive fishing. The largest of these is Lake Plopi, located northeast of Belcești.
The Gurguiata valley has been significantly altered by human intervention. There are numerous reservoirs in the valley, primarily used for flood control and intensive fishing. The largest of these is Lake Plopi, situated northeast of Belcești.