Name of the Hydropower Plant | Kafue Gorge Lower |
General Information | |
Region, District | Kafue Gorge, Kafue |
Generating Capacity (MW) | 750 (5 Units × 150 MW) |
Type of generation | Peaking station, Storage dam |
Catchment area (km2) | 815 |
Structural Features1/Notes | 3 Spillway gates (3959 cms @ 582 m) |
Maximum Generation Discharge (m3/s) | 434 |
Net Head (m) | 186 (approx.) |
Plant factor (%) | 32 (at 750 MW) |
Annual generation (GWh) | 2400 |
Efficiency (%) | 88 |
Technical Information | |
Dam type | RCC dam |
Dam height and crest length (m) | 120 (approx.) |
Length (m) | 300 |
Top of dam elevation (m) | 586 |
Area of the reservoir (km2) | 2.14 at 610 m elevation |
Storage (mcm) | 80 @ 580 m |
Type of turbine | Francis Turbine |
Environmental Impact | According to the IFC, the project has minimal impact with regards to resettlement. |