Bivane Dam (formerly known as the Paris Dam) is an arch type dam on the Bivane River, near Vryheid, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It was established in 2000. Its primary purpose is for irrigation and domestic use. The owner is the Impala User Association.
Bivane Dam | |
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Official name | Bivane Dam |
Country | South Africa |
Location | Near Vryheid, KwaZulu-Natal |
Coordinates | 27°31′10″S 31°3′15″E / 27.51944°S 31.05417°E |
Purpose | Irrigation and domestic use |
Opening date | 2000 |
Owner(s) | Impala User Association |
Dam and spillways | |
Type of dam | Arch dam |
Impounds | Bivane River |
Height | 72 m (236 ft) |
Length | 180 m (590 ft) |
Reservoir | |
Creates | Bivane Dam Reservoir |
Total capacity | 115,000,000 m3 (4.1×109 cu ft) |
Its hazard potential is ranked category 3.
Gallery
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View from camping site
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Aerial view
See also
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edit- List of South African Dams from the South African Department of Water Affairs