Moulay Bouchta
Moulay Bouchta Dam is located 12 km northwest of Chefchaouen. It supplies drinking water to the city of Chefchaouen and its surroundings, protects Ali Thailat Dam against siltation, and irrigates downstream agricultural lands.
58 m
Height
12.2
Capacity (Mm³)
82%
Fill Rate
2014
Built In
About This Dam
Moulay Bouchta Dam is located 12 km northwest of Chefchaouen. It supplies drinking water to the city of Chefchaouen and its surroundings, protects Ali Thailat Dam against siltation, and irrigates downstream agricultural lands.
Historical Fill Rates
Key Specifications
- Location: Tanger-Tétouan-Al Hoceima · Nearest City: Chefchaouen
- River: Moulay Bouchta · Basin: Loukkos
- Type: Gravity Dam · Height: 58 m
- Capacity: 12.2 Mm³ · Built In: 2014
- Coordinates: 35.1850°N, 5.3100°W
Purpose
Water Supply
Supplies drinking water to cities
Irrigation
Provides water for agricultural irrigation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of Moulay Bouchta Dam?
Moulay Bouchta Dam has a total storage capacity of 12.2 million cubic meters (Mm³) and a height of 58 meters. It ranks among Morocco's strategic reservoirs and plays a key role in regional water security.
Where is Moulay Bouchta Dam located?
Moulay Bouchta Dam is located in the loukkos river basin in Morocco. It is part of the national network of large dams managed by Morocco's hydraulic authorities.
When was Moulay Bouchta Dam built?
Moulay Bouchta Dam was commissioned in 2014. 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 Moulay Bouchta Dam?
As of the latest update, Moulay Bouchta Dam holds 10 Mm³ out of a total capacity of 12.2 Mm³, representing a fill rate of 82%. Levels are updated regularly to track seasonal rainfall and water releases.
What is Moulay Bouchta Dam used for?
Moulay Bouchta 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 Moulay Bouchta Dam?
Moulay Bouchta Dam is built on the Moulay Bouchta River. The dam captures the river's flow to store water for drinking, irrigation, and flood control.
Current Level
FullCapacity
10
Mm³
Remaining
2.2
Mm³
Fill Rate
82%
Updated · July 2026
Geography
- Region
- Tanger-Tétouan-Al Hoceima
- Nearest City
- Chefchaouen· 5 km
- Coordinates
- 35.185, -5.310
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