A Vila São Francisco e seus usos socioeconômicos na Barragem do Bezerro em José de Freitas-PI, no período de estiagem

Abstract

Due to the increasing use of water resources on our planet, it is clear to say that dams are characterized by being an important source of functionality for human beings. Based on this statement, the Bezerro Dam located in the city of José de Freitas, in the state of Piauí, is of great influence on the local economy, in addition to being a tourist attraction in the municipality. According to this information, the objective of this work aims to characterize the socioeconomic uses and understand their influence during the dry period, of the Barragem do Bezerro in Vila São Francisco. The methodology used was bibliographical research in which ideas from different authors on the subject were consulted, and field research using questionnaires. The result found was that there were differences of opinion, as 80% of people who make a living from commerce reported that the lack of rain causes a higher sales yield, while people who use fishing and farming reported that they are harmed.