Olifantsnek Dam, Arch dam in Rustenburg, South Africa.
The Olifantsnek Dam features a 31-meter-high concrete structure that spans 129 meters across the Hex River near Rustenburg.
The Department of Water Affairs constructed this water management infrastructure in 1929 to support irrigation needs in the North West province.
The dam reservoir attracts water sports participants from across South Africa for activities such as kitesurfing, windsurfing, sailing, and fishing.
Multiple weather stations near the dam provide essential information about wind conditions and water levels for visitors planning recreational activities.
The reservoir surface extends over 272 hectares, creating a substantial water body that manages 492 square kilometers of catchment area.
Location: North West
Height: 31 m
GPS coordinates: -25.78551,27.25919
Latest update: April 25, 2025 00:33
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