Allal El Fassi
Allal El Fassi Dam is primarily dedicated to hydroelectric production. Located on the Sebou River, it is part of the Sebou basin hydraulic complex and significantly contributes to the country's renewable energy production.
62 m
Height
63.7
Capacity (Mm³)
97%
Fill Rate
240
Hydroelectric (MW)
1991
Built In
About This Dam
Allal El Fassi Dam is primarily dedicated to hydroelectric production. Located on the Sebou River, it is part of the Sebou basin hydraulic complex and significantly contributes to the country's renewable energy production.
Historical Fill Rates
Key Specifications
- Location: Fès-Meknès · Nearest City: Sefrou
- River: Sebou · Basin: Sebou
- Type: Concrete Gravity Dam · Height: 62 m
- Capacity: 63.7 Mm³ · Built In: 1991
- Hydroelectric: 240 MW
- Coordinates: 33.9320°N, 4.6780°W
Purpose
Hydroelectric
Generates renewable hydroelectric power
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of Allal El Fassi Dam?
Allal El Fassi Dam has a total storage capacity of 63.7 million cubic meters (Mm³) and a height of 62 meters. It ranks among Morocco's strategic reservoirs and plays a key role in regional water security.
Where is Allal El Fassi Dam located?
Allal El Fassi Dam is located in the sebou river basin in Morocco. It is part of the national network of large dams managed by Morocco's hydraulic authorities.
When was Allal El Fassi Dam built?
Allal El Fassi Dam was commissioned in 1991. It forms part of Morocco's ongoing national dam-building program, which has expanded significantly since the 1960s.
What is the current water level at Allal El Fassi Dam?
As of the latest update, Allal El Fassi Dam holds 61.8 Mm³ out of a total capacity of 63.7 Mm³, representing a fill rate of 97%. Levels are updated regularly to track seasonal rainfall and water releases.
What is Allal El Fassi Dam used for?
Allal El Fassi Dam serves several purposes: supplying drinking water to nearby cities, irrigating agricultural land, regulating floods to protect downstream areas, and supporting regional water management.
Which river feeds Allal El Fassi Dam?
Allal El Fassi Dam is built on the Sebou River. The dam captures the river's flow to store water for drinking, irrigation, and flood control.
Current Level
FullCapacity
62
Mm³
Remaining
1.7
Mm³
Fill Rate
97%
Updated · July 2026
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