Latyan Dam

Latyan Dam is a concrete buttress structure spanning the Jajrood River that stores water for regional supply and generates electricity through hydroelectric turbines. The construction features a substantial water storage capacity that serves both irrigation and power generation needs.

Construction began in 1963 and the dam opened for operation in 1967, with power generation equipment added gradually over subsequent decades. The project emerged as part of the country's mid-century industrial modernization efforts.

The dam incorporates elements of mid-twentieth century Iranian engineering within its structural design, representing the period's industrial progress.

The dam sits northeast of Tehran and serves the metropolitan area's water needs. Visiting during daylight offers the best views of the structure and the water body it creates.

The dam sits at an elevation of 1612 meters among geological formations dating from the Palaeozoic era, featuring dolomitic rocks, sandstone, and limestone compositions.

Location: Lavasanat District

Inception: 1963

Official opening: 1967

Architectural style: Pahlavi architecture

Elevation above the sea: 1,612 m

Height: 107 m

Length: 450 m

Width: 90 m

Made from material: concrete

GPS coordinates: 35.79011,51.67800

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:27