Tukuk-OS💧 Xiaowan Dam
People's Republic of China · Asia · 24.71°N, 100.09°E
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The Xiaowan Dam is an arch dam on the Lancang (Mekong) River in Nanjian County, Yunnan Province in southwest China. The primary purpose of the dam is hydroelectric power generation and it supports a 4,200 MW power station. Constructed between 2002 and 2010 by Huaneng Power International at a cost of ¥32 billion, it is the world's second highest arch dam at 292 m (958 ft). It is also third highest among dams of all types behind Jinping-I and Nurek and the third largest hydroelectric power station in China.
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| Country | People's Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Continent / region | Asia |
| Coordinates (approx.) | 24.71°N, 100.09°E · view on map |
Xiaowan Dam is located in People's Republic of China, in Asia.
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