Ouljet Essoltane
Ouljet Essoltane Dam is a major structure on the Beht River in Khemisset Province. It protects the Gharb plain against flooding, strengthens the drinking water supply to Meknes, Khemisset, and Tiflet, and prevents siltation of El Kansera Dam.
99 m
Height
510
Capacity (Mm³)
82%
Fill Rate
2017
Built In
About This Dam
Ouljet Essoltane Dam is a major structure on the Beht River in Khemisset Province. It protects the Gharb plain against flooding, strengthens the drinking water supply to Meknes, Khemisset, and Tiflet, and prevents siltation of El Kansera Dam.
Historical Fill Rates
Key Specifications
- Location: Rabat-Salé-Kénitra · Nearest City: Khemisset
- River: Beht · Basin: Sebou
- Type: Embankment Dam · Height: 99 m
- Capacity: 510 Mm³ · Built In: 2017
- Coordinates: 33.6500°N, 5.9000°W
Purpose
Flood Control
Protects downstream areas from flooding
Water Supply
Supplies drinking water to cities
Irrigation
Provides water for agricultural irrigation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of Ouljet Essoltane Dam?
Ouljet Essoltane Dam has a total storage capacity of 510 million cubic meters (Mm³) and a height of 99 meters. It ranks among Morocco's strategic reservoirs and plays a key role in regional water security.
Where is Ouljet Essoltane Dam located?
Ouljet Essoltane Dam is located in the sebou river basin in Morocco. It is part of the national network of large dams managed by Morocco's hydraulic authorities.
When was Ouljet Essoltane Dam built?
Ouljet Essoltane Dam was commissioned in 2017. 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 Ouljet Essoltane Dam?
As of the latest update, Ouljet Essoltane Dam holds 418.2 Mm³ out of a total capacity of 510 Mm³, representing a fill rate of 82%. Levels are updated regularly to track seasonal rainfall and water releases.
What is Ouljet Essoltane Dam used for?
Ouljet Essoltane 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 Ouljet Essoltane Dam?
Ouljet Essoltane Dam is built on the Beht River. The dam captures the river's flow to store water for drinking, irrigation, and flood control.
Current Level
FullCapacity
418
Mm³
Remaining
92
Mm³
Fill Rate
82%
Updated · July 2026
Geography
- Region
- Rabat-Salé-Kénitra
- Nearest City
- Khemisset· 25 km
- Coordinates
- 33.650, -5.900
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