Gariep Dam Floods

The Gariep Dam is located in South Africa, near the town of Norvalspont, bordering the Free State and Eastern Cape provinces. Its primary purpose is for irrigation, domestic and industrial use as well as for power generation. It the largest dam in South Africa.
  • Location: Border of Eastern Cape and Free State, South Africa
  • Official name: Gariep Dam
  • Construction began: 1965
  • Opening date: 1971
  • Owner(s): Department of Water Affairs
  • Type of dam: Arch-gravity dam
  • Impounds: Orange River

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