Kpong Dam, Hydroelectric power station in Akuse, Ghana.
Kpong Dam is a hydroelectric power station on the Volta River near Akuse that generates electricity through a system of large gates and turbines. The facility works alongside the upstream Akosombo Dam to supply additional power to the region's electrical needs.
The facility was built between 1977 and 1982 to expand power supply in the region after the Akosombo Dam was completed. It was created as part of Ghana's broader strategy to use the Volta River for electricity generation.
The area around the dam reflects how water management shaped where people live today, with communities built to adapt to the new landscape created after construction.
The facility is located roughly 80 kilometers from Accra and is best visited during dry weather when road conditions are good. Guided tours offer the safest way to explore the site and learn how it operates.
The station uses specially designed turbines built to work with the unique water pressure conditions found at this location on the Volta River. This engineering approach allows it to operate more efficiently than typical hydroelectric installations.
Location: Eastern Region
GPS coordinates: 6.12000,0.12500
Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:42
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