Nai Gaj Dam, Embankment dam and hydroelectric station in Dadu District, Pakistan.
Nai Gaj Dam is a hydroelectric power station under construction in Dadu District that spans across the Gaj River. The facility combines water storage for irrigation with electricity generation for the region.
The project started in May 2012 as an infrastructure initiative to improve water storage in the Dadu region. Construction work has extended considerably beyond the initial timeline.
The project supports water management in the region and helps farming communities access reliable water supplies. Local farmers benefit from improved irrigation possibilities during drier periods of the year.
The site is located near the Kirthar Mountains and accessible by road, though visibility of the project depends on construction progress. Visitors should be aware that active work zones can be hazardous and care is needed.
The facility uses nine earthen dykes as part of its structural design, demonstrating an unconventional engineering approach. This multi-dyke system is less common in hydroelectric projects across South Asia.
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