Albasini Dam
Dam in Limpopo, South Africa
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The Albasini Dam is a dam located just outside the town of Louis Trichardt, Limpopo Province, South Africa. The dam has a capacity of 25,200,000 cubic metres (890,000,000 cu ft), and a surface area of 3.572 square kilometres (1.379 sq mi). The wall is 34 metres (112 ft) high.[1][2]
Official nameAlbasini Dam
LocationLimpopo, South Africa
Coordinates23°6′30″S 30°7′48.2″E
Openingdate1952
| Albasini Dam | |
|---|---|
 Interactive map of Albasini Dam | |
| Official name | Albasini Dam |
| Location | Limpopo, South Africa |
| Coordinates | 23°6′30″S 30°7′48.2″E |
| Opening date | 1952 |
| Operator | Department of Water Affairs |
| Dam and spillways | |
| Impounds | Luvuvhu River |
| Height | 34 m (112 ft) |
| Length | 622 m (2,041 ft) |
| Reservoir | |
| Creates | Albasini Dam Reservoir |
| Total capacity | 25,200,000 m3 (890,000,000 cu ft) |
| Surface area | 350 ha (860 acres) |
The dam was named after Italian explorer João Albasini (1813–1888).[3]
For additional information with regard to fishing at Albasini Dam, visit Albasinidam.co.za
