Touizgui Remz
Touizgui Remz Dam is the largest dam in Assa-Zag Province. It irrigates nearly 1,000 hectares of farmland, provides water for livestock, and protects residents from flooding.
35 m
Height
78
Capacity (Mm³)
28%
Fill Rate
2009
Built In
About This Dam
Touizgui Remz Dam is the largest dam in Assa-Zag Province. It irrigates nearly 1,000 hectares of farmland, provides water for livestock, and protects residents from flooding.
Historical Fill Rates
Key Specifications
- Location: Guelmim-Oued Noun · Nearest City: Assa
- River: Touizgui · Basin: Draa
- Type: Earthfill Dam · Height: 35 m
- Capacity: 78 Mm³ · Built In: 2009
- Coordinates: 28.4110°N, 9.2100°W
Purpose
Irrigation
Provides water for agricultural irrigation
Flood Control
Protects downstream areas from flooding
Water Supply
Supplies drinking water to cities
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of Touizgui Remz Dam?
Touizgui Remz Dam has a total storage capacity of 78 million cubic meters (Mm³) and a height of 35 meters. It ranks among Morocco's strategic reservoirs and plays a key role in regional water security.
Where is Touizgui Remz Dam located?
Touizgui Remz Dam is located in the draa river basin in Morocco. It is part of the national network of large dams managed by Morocco's hydraulic authorities.
When was Touizgui Remz Dam built?
Touizgui Remz Dam was commissioned in 2009. 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 Touizgui Remz Dam?
As of the latest update, Touizgui Remz Dam holds 21.8 Mm³ out of a total capacity of 78 Mm³, representing a fill rate of 28%. Levels are updated regularly to track seasonal rainfall and water releases.
What is Touizgui Remz Dam used for?
Touizgui Remz 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 Touizgui Remz Dam?
Touizgui Remz Dam is built on the Touizgui River. The dam captures the river's flow to store water for drinking, irrigation, and flood control.
Current Level
LowCapacity
22
Mm³
Remaining
56
Mm³
Fill Rate
28%
Updated · July 2026
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