Bivane Dam
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 | |
|---|---|
 The dam wall lit at night | |
| Official name | Bivane Dam |
| Country | South Africa |
| Location | Near Vryheid, KwaZulu-Natal |
| Coordinates | 27°31′10″S 31°3′15″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
View from camping site
Aerial view
See also
- List of reservoirs and dams in South Africa
- List of rivers of South Africa
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