Xiaowan Dam
CountryChina
Height292 m
Year2010
TypeArch
RiverMekong
About Xiaowan Dam
The tallest arch dam in the world at 292 m. 4.2 GW capacity. Part of the Lancang River cascade. The reservoir is 190 km long. Controversial for downstream impacts on the Mekong.
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