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When other purposes of multi-purpose reservoirs are used as constraints, different optimization techniques are used for optimization of hydroelectric power generation. In this study, hydroelectric power generation of a multipurpose reservoir in the enterprise was maximized by using Genetic Algorithm from Evolution based programs. The program code developed for this purpose has been applied to the Karakuz Dam reservoir in the Seyhan River Basin, which has the purpose of supplying drinking water, and the total energy is maximized. With the operating policy achieved with the developed program, the total energy in the feasibility report of the dam has become more than ten percent more produced. Developed for a multi-purpose single reservoir, the program can be easily developed for multi-purpose multi-reservoir systems. The developed program and the optimized enterprise policies will contribute significantly to the implementers and decision makers considering the energy deficit and the effects of global warming.