Description
Zobe Dam is a significant water reservoir located in Dutsin-Ma Local Government Area of Katsina State, Nigeria. The Zobe Dam plays a crucial role in the socio-economic development of the surrounding communities, supporting farming, fishing, and livestock watering.
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Things to Note
Here are few things to note about Zobe Dam:
- Location: Situated on the Karaduwa River, approximately 65 km south of Katsina city.
- Construction: Built between 1972 and 1983 as a Federal Urban Water Project during General Olusegun Obasanjo's administration.
- Purpose: Designed to supply 50% of Katsina State's drinking water and support irrigation farming in the Dutsinma area.
- Capacity: The dam has a storage capacity of 179 million cubic meters and irrigation potential of 8,000 hectares.
- Recent Developments: In 2009, the Katsina State government announced plans to establish a hydropower station at the dam to boost power supplies and support mineral processing.