
The Yusufeli Dam is a hydroelectric dam located on the Çoruh River in the Yusufeli district of Artvin Province, Türkiye. With a height of 275 metres from its base, it is the tallest double-curvature concrete arch dam in Türkiye and the fifth tallest in the world. Construction began in 2013 and impoundment commenced on 22 November 2022. The dam was implemented by Limak İnşaat and represents Türkiye’s strategic shift toward domestic and renewable energy sources in its energy policy. Yusufeli Dam (
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Rümeysa Gökçınar

Artvin is a province in the northeastern part of Türkiye, bordering the Black Sea and renowned for its natural beauty. It shares its eastern boundary with Ardahan, its western boundary with Rize, its southern boundary with Erzurum, and its northern boundary with Georgia. Its rugged terrain, rich forests and rivers attract attention. Throughout history, it has been shaped by the influence of many civilizations including the Hurrians, Urartians, Scythians, Seljuks, Byzantines and Ottomans like. Or
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Muhammed Kerem Gümüş

Artvin is a province located in the northeast of Türkiye, bordering the Black Sea and known for its natural beauty. It shares borders with Ardahan to the east, Rize to the west, Erzurum to the south, and Georgia to the north. Its rugged terrain, rich forests, and rivers attract attention. Throughout history, it has been shaped by the influence of many civilizations including the Hurrians, Urartians, Scythians, Seljuks, Byzantines, and Ottomans. Ortacalar Çifte Köprüler " image-element-format="ju
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Muhammed Kerem Gümüş
YuYuvacık Dam is a dam located within the boundaries of the Başiskele district in Kocaeli, in Türkiye’s Marmara Region. Constructed on the Kirazdere River, it is one of the key water sources supplying drinking and utility water to Kocaeli. As a component of Kocaeli’s water supply system, the dam plays a vital role in meeting the water demands of areas with high population density and industrial activity. Geographical Location Yuvacık Dam is situated in a valley on the northern slopes of the Samanl
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Dilan Varol

Seyhan Dam is located on the Seyhan River in the northern part of Adana province in southern Türkiye. It is a multipurpose dam designed to serve irrigation, electricity generation, and flood control. As one of the first major dam projects in the Mediterranean Region, Seyhan Dam holds significant strategic importance both economically and environmentally. History and Technical Features Construction of the dam began in 1953 and was completed after short years, becoming operational on 8 April 1956.
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Ayşe Aslıhan Yoran

Keban is a district of Elazığ Province in the Eastern Anatolia Region of Türkiye. Located approximately 46 kilometers from the city center of Elazığ, it is situated on the Euphrates River. The district holds a strategic position at the regional level due to its dams and water resources. Keban Dam Lake (Source: Elazığ Provincial Directorate of Culture and Tourism) " image-element-format="right" image-source="https://cdn.t3pedia.org/media/uploads/2025/04/21/OofzRv3jK3bZK7c6trRArGOzhSYbp4N0.jpeg"&g
ENHelin Aksoy

Erzurum province’s southwest lies yer district, a settlement notable for its historical and natural attractions. Under the influence of a continental climate, the district is distinguished by its fertile plains and mountainous terrain. Agriculture and livestock farming are among the main sources of livelihood in Çat, which is located approximately 115 kilometers from the city center of Erzurum. The population as of 2022 was 16,239, and the district comprises 45 mahalle and 32 mezras. History The
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Büşranur Akpınar

Aslanlar Dam, also known as Aslanlar Reservoir, is a dam lake located within the boundaries of the Söğütlü district of Sakarya province. Administratively, it is situated at the intersection of the neighborhoods of Beşdeğirmen and Aslanlar. The reservoir is surrounded by a vast lake area and features natural vegetation including wild plum trees that grow spontaneously. Nearby, the ENKA Hydroelectric Power Plant, which supplies part of Sakarya’s electricity needs, is also located. Usage and Activi
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Bilal ATAÇ
AğAğcaşar Dam is a water structure constructed in 1986 by the State Hydraulic Works (DSİ) in the Develi Plain of Kayseri Province, Türkiye. It is used for agricultural irrigation flood control and water management. Located within the Develi Closed Basin the dam operates as an integrated component of the region’s water resources system. Ağcaşar Reservoir (Kayseri City) Geographical Location and Hydrological Characteristics Ağcaşar Dam is situated on the western side of the Develi Plain and is locat
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Duygu Şahinler
BaBademli Dam is a dam constructed on the Bademli Creek in Burdur province of Türkiye for irrigation purposes. Completed between 1987 and 1997, this building was planned to support region agriculture and implemented to ensure the sustainable use of water resources active. Technical Specifications The reservoir capacity of Bademli Dam is 707,000 m³ and it covers an area of 67.5 hectares. It provides an average of 2.4 million cubic meters of water annually for irrigation systems and contributes to t
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Duygu Şahinler