When was gariep dam built

Overseas gliders agree that Gariep Dam is the mecca for gliding competitions to set up world records for gliding. It is the largest of the three municipalities in the district, making up almost half of its geographical area.

Basic agricultural products are exported from the area for processing and re-imported into the area as consumer products. Historical events that took place in the municipality, aspects of the natural and man-made environment and local activities may form the basis for promoting tourism as a significant economic activity.

Only registered as a municipality in , the town of Gariep Dam was voted the Volksblad Tourism Town of the Year for What makes it so special? Tour the dam wall with 13km tunnels, view springbok and Cape mountain zebra in the neighbouring reserve and enjoy an extensive range of water sport. Modern conference facilities are available and the resort is an ideal wedding venue. Tours through the power station can be arranged at the plant. On-site obstacle course. Enquire at Reception Trampolines Volleyball — Equipment for hire.

Enquire at Reception Walking Trails. The name was officially changed to Gariep Dam on 4 October The dam is on the Orange River about 48 km north-east of Colesberg and km south of Bloemfontein. It is in a gorge at the entrance to the Ruigte Valley some 5 km east of Norvalspont.

The wall is 88 m high and has a crest length of m and contains approximately 1. The Gariep Dam is the largest storage reservoir in South Africa. Gariep Dam has a total storage capacity of approximately 5,, mega litres 5, hm3 and a surface area of more than square kilometres sq mi when full. It is also an ideal stop on long road trips - just eight hours to Cape Town, five hours to East London and a little over three hours to Kimberley.

It is home to many species of antelope and the Cape Mountain Zebra. Bordering a well-stocked nature reserve, this vast expanse of sparkling water offers equally sparkling attractions — game-viewing by boat, windsurfing, sailing, jet skiing, canoeing and rowing.

So next time you're travelling through the country, take a sho't left via the Gariep Dam, to see it for yourself. Media are welcome to utilise all stories, pictures and other material on this site as well as from our Facebook and Twitter accounts, at no cost. Skip to main content. Sort by Relevance Date. Order Asc Desc. Share this post:. Get Breaking News Updates. Payment of R grant resumes. SA News on Facebook. South African Government News 11 hours ago. Government is accelerating efforts to clear bureaucratic red tape that continues to scupper investment prospects.

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