| Bdwah dam | |
|---|---|
  Location of Bdwah dam in Saudi Arabia | |
| Country | Saudi Arabia |
| Location | Asir |
| Coordinates | 19°41′47″N42°29′15″E / 19.69639°N 42.48750°E |
| Purpose | Flood control |
| Opening date | 2002 |
| Owner(s) | Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture (Saudi Arabia) |
The Bdwah dam is a dam in Saudi Arabia opened in 2002 and located in Asir region. The main purpose of the dam is flood control. [1]
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