Bab Louta
Bab Louta Dam is located 10 km east of the village of Tahla on the Bou Sebaa River, a tributary of the Bou Hellou. Its primary objective is the drinking water supply of the city of Taza.
55 m
Height
33.8
Capacity (Mm³)
96%
Fill Rate
2000
Built In
About This Dam
Bab Louta Dam is located 10 km east of the village of Tahla on the Bou Sebaa River, a tributary of the Bou Hellou. Its primary objective is the drinking water supply of the city of Taza.
Historical Fill Rates
Key Specifications
- Location: Fès-Meknès · Nearest City: Taza
- River: Bou Sebaa · Basin: Sebou
- Type: Gravity Dam · Height: 55 m
- Capacity: 33.8 Mm³ · Built In: 2000
- Coordinates: 34.0150°N, 4.3340°W
Purpose
Water Supply
Supplies drinking water to cities
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of Bab Louta Dam?
Bab Louta Dam has a total storage capacity of 33.8 million cubic meters (Mm³) and a height of 55 meters. It ranks among Morocco's strategic reservoirs and plays a key role in regional water security.
Where is Bab Louta Dam located?
Bab Louta 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 Bab Louta Dam built?
Bab Louta Dam was commissioned in 2000. 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 Bab Louta Dam?
As of the latest update, Bab Louta Dam holds 32.4 Mm³ out of a total capacity of 33.8 Mm³, representing a fill rate of 96%. Levels are updated regularly to track seasonal rainfall and water releases.
What is Bab Louta Dam used for?
Bab Louta 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 Bab Louta Dam?
Bab Louta Dam is built on the Bou Sebaa River. The dam captures the river's flow to store water for drinking, irrigation, and flood control.
Current Level
FullCapacity
32
Mm³
Remaining
1.8
Mm³
Fill Rate
96%
Updated · July 2026
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