Xiluodu Dam

The Xiluodu Dam stretches across 700 meters of the Jinsha River, incorporating 18 Francis turbine generators within its concrete structure at 285 meters height.

Construction commenced in December 2005, with concrete pouring starting in 2008, leading to the first generator activation in July 2013 and final completion in June 2014.

The development of this facility required the relocation of 180,000 residents, reshaping local communities and their connection to the Jinsha River region.

The power station generates 64 billion kilowatt-hours annually through its 13.86 gigawatt capacity, supplying electricity to both China's state and southern power grids.

The dam features the world's heaviest control gate at 1,600 tons and prevents the annual emission of 150 million tonnes of carbon dioxide.

Location: Baitieba

Location: Xiluodu Subdistrict

Inception: 2005

Length: 700 m

Part of: Cascade of hydropower stations on Yangtze River

GPS coordinates: 28.25930,103.64960

Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:56