El Maleh
El Maleh Dam is a historic dam built during the Protectorate era on the Oued El Maleh near Mohammedia. It forms a 250-hectare reservoir and supplies the region with water for irrigation.
18 m
Height
37.3
Capacity (Mm³)
78%
Fill Rate
1931
Built In
About This Dam
El Maleh Dam is a historic dam built during the Protectorate era on the Oued El Maleh near Mohammedia. It forms a 250-hectare reservoir and supplies the region with water for irrigation.
Historical Fill Rates
Key Specifications
- Location: Casablanca-Settat · Nearest City: Mohammedia
- River: Oued El Maleh · Basin: Bouregreg
- Type: Gravity Dam · Height: 18 m
- Capacity: 37.3 Mm³ · Built In: 1931
- Coordinates: 33.5070°N, 7.3400°W
Purpose
Water Supply
Supplies drinking water to cities
Irrigation
Provides water for agricultural irrigation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of El Maleh Dam?
El Maleh Dam has a total storage capacity of 37.3 million cubic meters (Mm³) and a height of 18 meters. It ranks among Morocco's strategic reservoirs and plays a key role in regional water security.
Where is El Maleh Dam located?
El Maleh Dam is located in the bouregreg river basin in Morocco. It is part of the national network of large dams managed by Morocco's hydraulic authorities.
When was El Maleh Dam built?
El Maleh Dam was commissioned in 1931. 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 Maleh Dam?
As of the latest update, El Maleh Dam holds 29.1 Mm³ out of a total capacity of 37.3 Mm³, representing a fill rate of 78%. Levels are updated regularly to track seasonal rainfall and water releases.
What is El Maleh Dam used for?
El Maleh 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 Maleh Dam?
El Maleh Dam is built on the Oued El Maleh River. The dam captures the river's flow to store water for drinking, irrigation, and flood control.
Current Level
GoodCapacity
29
Mm³
Remaining
8.3
Mm³
Fill Rate
78%
Updated · July 2026
Geography
- Region
- Casablanca-Settat
- Nearest City
- Mohammedia· 20 km
- Coordinates
- 33.507, -7.340
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