Akosombo Dam, Hydroelectric power station in Akosombo, Ghana.
The Akosombo Dam spans 660 meters across the Volta River, rising 114 meters high and containing six Francis turbines that generate 1,020 megawatts of electricity.
The construction of the dam started in 1961 through international funding from Ghana, the World Bank, the United States, and the United Kingdom.
The creation of Lake Volta required the relocation of 80,000 people from 700 villages to 52 new settlements, transforming local communities and traditional ways of life.
The dam operates continuously to supply electricity to Ghana's industries, including the aluminum smelter in Tema, while also providing power to neighboring countries.
The dam's creation formed Lake Volta, which covers 8,502 square kilometers, making it the largest artificial lake by surface area in the world.
Location: Asuogyaman District
Inception: 1291
Official opening: 1965
Height: 114 m
Length: 660 m
Width: 366 m
Operator: Volta River Authority
GPS coordinates: 6.29972,0.05944
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:01
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