Raising of the Tzaneen dam project, South Africa


Name of the Project
Raising of the Tzaneen dam project.
Location
Limpopo, South Africa.
Project Owner/s
Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) Internal Construction Unit.
Project Description
This project entails the raising of the existing Tzaneen dam wall by 3 m to address water shortages in Tzaneen and surrounding areas in Limpopo.
The scope of the work includes the demolition of the top of the existing spillway, the construction of a labyrinth spillway and other minor works.
Once completed, the storage capacity will be increased from 157.3-million cubic metres to 193-million cubic metres.
Potential Job Creation
Not stated.
Capital Expenditure
R760-million. It is fully funded by the fiscus.
Planned Start/End Date
The project is estimated to be completed by March 2026.
Latest Developments
The construction of the raising of the dam wall is about 46% complete.
Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
None disclosed.
Contact Details for Project Information
DWS director: media liaison Wisane Mavasa, tel +27 12 336 8264 or email mavasaw@dws.gov.za.
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