Gaborone Dam, Embankment dam near Gaborone, Botswana
The Gaborone Dam stretches 3.6 kilometers across the Notwane River, reaching a height of 25 meters with an earth and rock construction.
Constructed in 1963 to supply water to the capital, the dam underwent a significant expansion in 1985 when its height increased by 7 meters.
The Gaborone Yacht Club organizes national sailing championships and regattas that bring together participants from Botswana and South Africa.
The dam maintains a storage capacity of 141,100 megalitres, providing water resources to Gaborone while supporting irrigation and recreational activities.
The yacht club occupies an island that formed when water levels rose in 1988, featuring a clubhouse built on top of a koppie.
Elevation above the sea: 1,000 m
GPS coordinates: -24.70016,25.92638
Latest update: March 13, 2025 11:37
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