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 nameBivane Dam
CountrySouth Africa
LocationNear Vryheid, KwaZulu-Natal
Coordinates27°31′10″S 31°3′15″E
PurposeIrrigation and domestic use
Opening date2000
Owner(s)Impala User Association
Dam and spillways
Type of damArch dam
ImpoundsBivane River
Height72 m (236 ft)
Length180 m (590 ft)
Reservoir
CreatesBivane Dam Reservoir
Total capacity115,000,000 m3 (4.1×109 cu ft)

Its hazard potential is ranked category 3.

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