Norak Dam, Earth-fill embankment dam with hydroelectric power station in Norak District, Tajikistan
The Norak Dam rises 300 meters above the Vakhsh River, incorporating nine hydroelectric generating units within its massive earth-filled structure.
The Soviet Union initiated construction in 1961, completing the engineering project in 1980, which required resettling 5000 residents from the future reservoir area.
The development of Norak Dam led to the creation of a new residential area for engineers and technicians, forming a specialized industrial community.
The dam structure maintains the largest reservoir in Tajikistan, supporting irrigation for 700 square kilometers of agricultural land through the Dangara tunnel system.
At its completion, Norak Dam held the title of world's tallest dam until 2013, and continues to generate 70 percent of Tajikistan's electrical power.
Location: Norak District
Inception: 1961
Height: 300 m
Part of: Вахшский каскад ГЭС
GPS coordinates: 38.37121,69.34823
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:00
Tajikistan features alpine lakes with clear waters, mountain ranges exceeding 5000 meters, and medieval fortresses. The country has deep valleys, high-altitude hot springs, and ancient archaeological sites. In the capital Dushanbe, there are museums, theaters, and parks. The Pamir Highway passes through the mountains to Kyrgyzstan, connecting towns located at over 3600 meters above sea level.
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