Tamalout
Tamalout Dam is a roller-compacted concrete dam on the Oued Ansegmir, 35 km southwest of Midelt. It irrigates nearly 5,000 hectares of orchards and provides drinking water for the region.
61 m
Height
47.9
Capacity (Mm³)
87%
Fill Rate
2014
Built In
About This Dam
Tamalout Dam is a roller-compacted concrete dam on the Oued Ansegmir, 35 km southwest of Midelt. It irrigates nearly 5,000 hectares of orchards and provides drinking water for the region.
Pioneer of low-cement BCR technology (70 kg/m³)
Historical Fill Rates
Key Specifications
- Location: Drâa-Tafilalet · Nearest City: Midelt
- River: Ansegmir · Basin: Moulouya
- Type: Concrete Gravity Dam · Height: 61 m
- Capacity: 47.9 Mm³ · Built In: 2014
- Coordinates: 32.5300°N, 5.0780°W
Purpose
Irrigation
Provides water for agricultural irrigation
Water Supply
Supplies drinking water to cities
Flood Control
Protects downstream areas from flooding
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of Tamalout Dam?
Tamalout Dam has a total storage capacity of 47.9 million cubic meters (Mm³) and a height of 61 meters. It ranks among Morocco's strategic reservoirs and plays a key role in regional water security.
Where is Tamalout Dam located?
Tamalout 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 Tamalout Dam built?
Tamalout 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 Tamalout Dam?
As of the latest update, Tamalout Dam holds 41.7 Mm³ out of a total capacity of 47.9 Mm³, representing a fill rate of 87%. Levels are updated regularly to track seasonal rainfall and water releases.
What is Tamalout Dam used for?
Tamalout 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 Tamalout Dam?
Tamalout Dam is built on the Ansegmir River. The dam captures the river's flow to store water for drinking, irrigation, and flood control.
Current Level
FullCapacity
42
Mm³
Remaining
5.9
Mm³
Fill Rate
87%
Updated · July 2026
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ModerateCapacity
239
Height
64m
Built In
1967
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ModerateCapacity
392.3
Height
83m
Built In
2005
Mechra Homadi
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GoodCapacity
8.1
Height
57m
Built In
1955