El Kansera
El Kansera Dam is Morocco's oldest irrigation dam. Built in 1935 on the Beht River, it irrigates the fertile plains of the Gharb and stands as a testament to the country's hydraulic history.
51 m
Height
216.4
Capacity (Mm³)
88%
Fill Rate
1935
Built In
About This Dam
El Kansera Dam is Morocco's oldest irrigation dam. Built in 1935 on the Beht River, it irrigates the fertile plains of the Gharb and stands as a testament to the country's hydraulic history.
Morocco's oldest irrigation dam (1935)
Historical Fill Rates
Key Specifications
- Location: Rabat-Salé-Kénitra · Nearest City: Sidi Slimane
- River: Beht · Basin: Sebou
- Type: Gravity Dam · Height: 51 m
- Capacity: 216.4 Mm³ · Built In: 1935
- Builder: Société Générale d'Entreprises (SGE)
- Coordinates: 34.0410°N, 5.9070°W
Purpose
Irrigation
Provides water for agricultural irrigation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of El Kansera Dam?
El Kansera Dam has a total storage capacity of 216.4 million cubic meters (Mm³) and a height of 51 meters. It ranks among Morocco's strategic reservoirs and plays a key role in regional water security.
Where is El Kansera Dam located?
El Kansera 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 El Kansera Dam built?
El Kansera Dam was commissioned in 1935. 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 El Kansera Dam?
As of the latest update, El Kansera Dam holds 190.4 Mm³ out of a total capacity of 216.4 Mm³, representing a fill rate of 88%. Levels are updated regularly to track seasonal rainfall and water releases.
What is El Kansera Dam used for?
El Kansera 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 El Kansera Dam?
El Kansera Dam is built on the Beht River. The dam captures the river's flow to store water for drinking, irrigation, and flood control.
Current Level
FullCapacity
190
Mm³
Remaining
26.4
Mm³
Fill Rate
88%
Updated · July 2026
Geography
- Region
- Rabat-Salé-Kénitra
- Nearest City
- Sidi Slimane· 25 km
- Coordinates
- 34.041, -5.907
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