Oued Za
The Oued Za Dam is a reinforced concrete arch dam in Taourirt Province. Oued Za is the main tributary of the Moulouya and the dam supplies drinking water to Oujda and Taourirt.
92 m
Height
94.9
Capacity (Mm³)
100%
Fill Rate
2016
Built In
About This Dam
The Oued Za Dam is a reinforced concrete arch dam in Taourirt Province. Oued Za is the main tributary of the Moulouya and the dam supplies drinking water to Oujda and Taourirt.
Historical Fill Rates
Key Specifications
- Location: Oriental · Nearest City: Jerada
- River: Za · Basin: Moulouya
- Type: Arch Dam · Height: 92 m
- Capacity: 94.9 Mm³ · Built In: 2016
- Coordinates: 34.1800°N, 2.4500°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 Oued Za Dam?
Oued Za Dam has a total storage capacity of 94.9 million cubic meters (Mm³) and a height of 92 meters. It ranks among Morocco's strategic reservoirs and plays a key role in regional water security.
Where is Oued Za Dam located?
Oued Za 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 Oued Za Dam built?
Oued Za Dam was commissioned in 2016. 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 Oued Za Dam?
As of the latest update, Oued Za Dam holds 94.9 Mm³ out of a total capacity of 94.9 Mm³, representing a fill rate of 100%. Levels are updated regularly to track seasonal rainfall and water releases.
What is Oued Za Dam used for?
Oued Za 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 Oued Za Dam?
Oued Za Dam is built on the Za River. The dam captures the river's flow to store water for drinking, irrigation, and flood control.
Current Level
FullCapacity
95
Mm³
Remaining
-0.1
Mm³
Fill Rate
100%
Updated · July 2026
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ModerateCapacity
239
Height
64m
Built In
1967
Hassan II
Hassan II Dam is located on the Oued Za, a tributary of the Moulouya. Completed in 2005, it regulates the waters of the upper basin and secures the water supply for the eastern region.
ModerateCapacity
392.3
Height
83m
Built In
2005
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.
GoodCapacity
8.1
Height
57m
Built In
1955