Klipberg Dam

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Klipberg Dam
Klipberg Dam
Interactive map of Klipberg Dam
Official nameKlipberg Dam
Country South Africa
Location McGregor, Western Cape
Coordinates 33°56′30″S19°47′21″E / 33.94167°S 19.78917°E / -33.94167; 19.78917
Purpose Irrigation
Opening date1964
Operator Department of Water Affairs
Dam and spillways
Type of dam Arch dam
Impounds Konings River
Height26 m (85 ft)
Length103 m (338 ft)
Reservoir
CreatesKlipberg Dam Reservoir
Total capacity1,990,000 m3 (70,000,000 cu ft)
Surface area26.5 ha (65 acres)

Klipberg Dam is an arch type dam located on the Konings River, near McGregor, Western Cape, South Africa. It was established in 1964 and its main purpose is to serve for irrigation. It is located in the Breede Water Management Area.

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