Kihansi Reservoir

GPTKB entity

Properties (52)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf Reservoir
gptkbp:areaCode +255
gptkbp:associatedWith Kihansi_Hydropower_Station
gptkbp:built 1999
gptkbp:caps approximately 1,200 million cubic meters
gptkbp:climate Tropical savanna climate
gptkbp:constructionStarted 1994
gptkbp:createdBy Kihansi_Hydropower_Project
gptkbp:electrification 180 MW
gptkbp:elevation approximately 1,200 meters above sea level
gptkbp:environmentalImpact Kihansi_Spray_Toad_habitat_loss
gptkbp:geographicalFeature 8.5° S, 35.5° E
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Kihansi Reservoir
gptkbp:lighting Yes
gptkbp:location gptkb:Tanzania
gptkbp:manager Tanzania_Ministry_of_Energy_and_Minerals
gptkbp:maximumDepth approximately 50 meters
gptkbp:nearestCity Iringa
gptkbp:operator gptkb:Tanzania_Electric_Supply_Company_Limited_(TANESCO)
gptkbp:outflow gptkb:Kihansi_River
Kihansi_Power_Station
gptkbp:primaryMission Hydropower generation
gptkbp:recreation Boating
Fishing
gptkbp:significantEvent Community engagement programs
Monitoring of water levels
Public awareness campaigns on environmental issues
Biodiversity conservation initiatives
Environmental restoration efforts
Monitoring of fish populations
Training programs for local communities on sustainable practices
Promotion of local culture and heritage through tourism.
Assessment of water quality parameters
Construction completion in 1999
Development of eco-tourism initiatives
Impact assessments on local communities
Implementation of renewable energy policies
Introduction of water management policies
Partnerships with NGOs for conservation
Research studies on aquatic life
Restoration of local flora and fauna
Sustainability projects in the region
Engagement with local stakeholders for resource management
Collaboration with international organizations for research
gptkbp:spillwayType Gated spillway
gptkbp:surface approximately 12 square kilometers
gptkbp:type Gravity dam
gptkbp:waterQuality Monitored for environmental protection
gptkbp:waterSource Kihansi_River_Basin
gptkbp:wildlife Various fish species
Kihansi Spray Toad
gptkbp:yearEstablished 1999