Silvan Dam, Embankment dam in Silvan, Turkey
The Silvan Dam stretches 440 meters across the Batman River, incorporating concrete-face rock-fill construction techniques to create a substantial water barrier.
Construction of the Silvan Dam started in 2011 as part of the Southeastern Anatolia Project, marking a step in Turkey's infrastructure development strategy.
The dam construction has influenced local agricultural practices and economic activities in the surrounding communities of Diyarbakır Province.
Upon completion, the hydroelectric power station will generate 623 gigawatt-hours annually through four Francis turbines with a total capacity of 160 megawatts.
The reservoir created by the dam will cover 178 square kilometers, supporting irrigation for 245,000 hectares of agricultural land in the region.
Location: Silvan
Location: Kulp
Length: 440 m
GPS coordinates: 38.29371,41.02194
Latest update: March 13, 2025 16:21
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