Zaaihoek Dam
Zaaihoek Dam is a gravity type dam located on the Slang River in Kwazulu-Natal Province of South Africa. The dam was established in 1988 with a capacity of 185 000 000 m3. The dam serves primarily for municipal and industrial water supply purposes. Its hazard potential has been ranked high (3). It is 39.45 km(24.5 mi) long.[1] It is somewhat known for fishing.
| Zaaihoek Dam | |
|---|---|
| Official name | Zaaihoek Dam |
| Location | Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa |
| Coordinates | 27°26′1″S 30°4′30″E |
| Opening date | 1988 |
| Operator(s) | Department of Water Affairs and Forestry |
| Dam and spillways | |
| Type of dam | gravity |
| Impounds | Slang River |
| Height | 43.5 m |
| Length | 527 m |
| Reservoir | |
| Creates | Zaaihoek Dam Reservoir |
| Total capacity | 185 000 000 m3 |
| Catchment area | 620 km2 |
| Surface area | 1 244.6 ha |
See also
- List of reservoirs and dams in South Africa
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