Akosombo Dam
CountryGhana
Height134 m
Year1965
TypeEmbankment
RiverVolta
About Akosombo Dam
Created Lake Volta, the largest artificial lake by surface area at 8,502 km2. Generates 1 GW. Built with US and UK funding. The reservoir flooded 3% of Ghanas land area. Provides aluminum smelter power.
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