Lom Pangar Dam, Hydroelectric power station in East Region, Cameroon
The Lom Pangar Dam is a hydroelectric power station on the Lom River in Cameroon's eastern region. The structure holds back water in a large reservoir and operates turbines to generate electricity.
Construction began in 2012 by a Chinese corporation and operations started in 2017. This brought a new source of power generation to the country.
The reservoir has drawn people from different regions who have settled around its shores. Local communities rely on the water for daily activities and have developed new ways of living connected to this resource.
The site lies in a largely rural area and is best reached during the dry season. Visitors should prepare for basic roads and simple facilities at the location.
The reservoir serves as a water source for two other power stations downstream. This arrangement boosts their output and helps coordinate electricity distribution across the region.
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