Kaddoussa
Kaddoussa Dam is a vital structure for drinking water supply to the desert regions of the Oriental. Built on the Guir River, it protects surrounding oases against flooding and provides irrigation water to approximately 5,000 hectares of agricultural land.
62 m
Height
224.2
Capacity (Mm³)
55%
Fill Rate
2023
Built In
About This Dam
Kaddoussa Dam is a vital structure for drinking water supply to the desert regions of the Oriental. Built on the Guir River, it protects surrounding oases against flooding and provides irrigation water to approximately 5,000 hectares of agricultural land.
Historical Fill Rates
Key Specifications
- Location: Drâa-Tafilalet · Nearest City: Errachidia
- River: Guir · Basin: Ziz-Rheris
- Type: Gravity Dam · Height: 62 m
- Capacity: 224.2 Mm³ · Built In: 2023
- Coordinates: 32.1820°N, 3.7850°W
Purpose
Water Supply
Supplies drinking water to cities
Irrigation
Provides water for agricultural irrigation
Flood Control
Protects downstream areas from flooding
References
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of Kaddoussa Dam?
Kaddoussa Dam has a total storage capacity of 224.2 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 Kaddoussa Dam located?
Kaddoussa Dam is located in the ziz-rheris river basin in Morocco. It is part of the national network of large dams managed by Morocco's hydraulic authorities.
When was Kaddoussa Dam built?
Kaddoussa Dam was commissioned in 2023. 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 Kaddoussa Dam?
As of the latest update, Kaddoussa Dam holds 123.3 Mm³ out of a total capacity of 224.2 Mm³, representing a fill rate of 55%. Levels are updated regularly to track seasonal rainfall and water releases.
What is Kaddoussa Dam used for?
Kaddoussa 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 Kaddoussa Dam?
Kaddoussa Dam is built on the Guir River. The dam captures the river's flow to store water for drinking, irrigation, and flood control.
Current Level
ModerateCapacity
123
Mm³
Remaining
101.2
Mm³
Fill Rate
55%
Updated · July 2026
Geography
- Region
- Drâa-Tafilalet
- Nearest City
- Errachidia· 67 km
- Coordinates
- 32.182, -3.785
Hassan Addakhil
Guardian of the Ziz Gorges and Morocco's largest palm grove, built with US Army Corps assistance.
GoodCapacity
312.8
Height
85m
Built In
1971
Timkit
Timkit Dam is located approximately 120 km southwest of Errachidia on the Iffegh River, a tributary of the Gheris. It supplies drinking water to the local population, irrigates agricultural land, and contributes to preserving the Tinejdad palm grove.
GoodCapacity
14
Height
56m
Built In
2015