Katse Dam

ArchLesotho

CountryLesotho

Height185 m

Year1996

TypeArch

RiverMalibamatso

About Katse Dam

The tallest dam in Africa at 185 m. Part of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project. Transfers water to South Africa. A double-curvature arch dam. The reservoir is 28 km long.

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