Properties (52)
Predicate | Object |
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gptkbp:instanceOf |
Reservoir
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gptkbp:areaCode |
+255
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gptkbp:associatedWith |
Kihansi_Hydropower_Station
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gptkbp:built |
1999
|
gptkbp:caps |
approximately 1,200 million cubic meters
|
gptkbp:climate |
Tropical savanna climate
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gptkbp:constructionStarted |
1994
|
gptkbp:createdBy |
Kihansi_Hydropower_Project
|
gptkbp:electrification |
180 MW
|
gptkbp:elevation |
approximately 1,200 meters above sea level
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gptkbp:environmentalImpact |
Kihansi_Spray_Toad_habitat_loss
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gptkbp:geographicalFeature |
8.5° S, 35.5° E
|
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Kihansi Reservoir
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gptkbp:lighting |
Yes
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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
|