Technical Specifications
Project Overview
Merowe Dam Hydropower Project
The Merowe Dam stands as the largest hydropower project in Africa located on the Nile River. This massive infrastructure development utilizes a concrete-faced rock fill dam design to provide essential electricity and water resource management. Completed between 2003 and 2009, it represents a significant engineering achievement in the region.
Technical Specifications
Installed Capacity
1,250 MW
Installed Capacity
- Dam Type
- Concrete-faced rock fill dam
- Total Length
- 9773 km
Construction Details
- Concrete Pouring Volume
- 1.8 million m3
- Steel Work Structure Installation
- 90000 T
Project Timeline
- Construction Period
- August 2003 - April 2009
