Sidi Chahed
Sidi Chahed Dam is located on the Mikkess River, a tributary of the Sebou. It contributes to the drinking water supply of the city of Meknes and irrigation of the surrounding agricultural areas.
56 m
Height
152.8
Capacity (Mm³)
66%
Fill Rate
1996
Built In
About This Dam
Sidi Chahed Dam is located on the Mikkess River, a tributary of the Sebou. It contributes to the drinking water supply of the city of Meknes and irrigation of the surrounding agricultural areas.
Historical Fill Rates
Key Specifications
- Location: Fès-Meknès · Nearest City: Moulay Yacoub
- River: Mikkess · Basin: Sebou
- Type: Earthfill Dam · Height: 56 m
- Capacity: 152.8 Mm³ · Built In: 1996
- Builder: SGTM
- Coordinates: 34.1060°N, 5.3200°W
Purpose
Water Supply
Supplies drinking water to cities
Irrigation
Provides water for agricultural irrigation
References
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of Sidi Chahed Dam?
Sidi Chahed Dam has a total storage capacity of 152.8 million cubic meters (Mm³) and a height of 56 meters. It ranks among Morocco's strategic reservoirs and plays a key role in regional water security.
Where is Sidi Chahed Dam located?
Sidi Chahed 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 Sidi Chahed Dam built?
Sidi Chahed Dam was commissioned in 1996. 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 Sidi Chahed Dam?
As of the latest update, Sidi Chahed Dam holds 100.8 Mm³ out of a total capacity of 152.8 Mm³, representing a fill rate of 66%. Levels are updated regularly to track seasonal rainfall and water releases.
What is Sidi Chahed Dam used for?
Sidi Chahed 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 Sidi Chahed Dam?
Sidi Chahed Dam is built on the Mikkess River. The dam captures the river's flow to store water for drinking, irrigation, and flood control.
Current Level
GoodCapacity
101
Mm³
Remaining
51.8
Mm³
Fill Rate
66%
Updated · July 2026
Geography
- Region
- Fès-Meknès
- Nearest City
- Moulay Yacoub· 13 km
- Coordinates
- 34.106, -5.320
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