Mechra Homadi
Mechra Homadi Dam is a historic dam on the Moulouya, built in the 1950s. It serves the irrigated areas of the lower Moulouya and complements the hydraulic system of the eastern basin.
57 m
Height
8.1
Capacity (Mm³)
60%
Fill Rate
1955
Built In
About This Dam
Mechra Homadi Dam is a historic dam on the Moulouya, built in the 1950s. It serves the irrigated areas of the lower Moulouya and complements the hydraulic system of the eastern basin.
Historical Fill Rates
Key Specifications
- Location: Oriental · Nearest City: Taourirt
- River: Moulouya · Basin: Moulouya
- Type: Concrete Gravity Dam · Height: 57 m
- Capacity: 8.1 Mm³ · Built In: 1955
- Builder: Campenon-Bernard
- Coordinates: 34.7360°N, 2.8040°W
Purpose
Irrigation
Provides water for agricultural irrigation
References
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of Mechra Homadi Dam?
Mechra Homadi Dam has a total storage capacity of 8.1 million cubic meters (Mm³) and a height of 57 meters. It ranks among Morocco's strategic reservoirs and plays a key role in regional water security.
Where is Mechra Homadi Dam located?
Mechra Homadi Dam is located in the moulouya river basin in Morocco. It is part of the national network of large dams managed by Morocco's hydraulic authorities.
When was Mechra Homadi Dam built?
Mechra Homadi Dam was commissioned in 1955. 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 Mechra Homadi Dam?
As of the latest update, Mechra Homadi Dam holds 4.9 Mm³ out of a total capacity of 8.1 Mm³, representing a fill rate of 60%. Levels are updated regularly to track seasonal rainfall and water releases.
What is Mechra Homadi Dam used for?
Mechra Homadi 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 Mechra Homadi Dam?
Mechra Homadi Dam is built on the Moulouya River. The dam captures the river's flow to store water for drinking, irrigation, and flood control.
Current Level
GoodCapacity
5
Mm³
Remaining
3.1
Mm³
Fill Rate
60%
Updated · July 2026
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Height
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Built In
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Height
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Built In
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Height
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Built In
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