Misverstand Dam
| Misverstand Dam | |
|---|---|
Interactive map of Misverstand Dam | |
| Official name | Misverstand Dam |
| Location | Western Cape, South Africa |
| Coordinates | 33°01′44″S 18°47′36″E / 33.02889°S 18.79333°E |
| Opening date | 1977 |
| Operators | Department of Water Affairs and Forestry |
| Dam and spillways | |
| Type of dam | gravity & arch |
| Impounds | Berg River |
| Height | 23 metres (75 ft) |
| Length | 26 metres (85 ft) |
| Reservoir | |
| Creates | Misverstand Dam Reservoir |
| Total capacity | 7,737,000 cubic metres (273,200,000 cu ft) |
| Surface area | 255 hectares (630 acres) |
Misverstand Dam is a combined gravity & arch type dam located on the Berg River, near Porterville, Western Cape, South Africa.[1] It was established in 1977 and serves mainly for municipal and industrial use. The hazard potential of the dam has been ranked significant (2).
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References
- ↑ "Misverstand Dam, Saldanha Bay Municipality, South Africa - Reviews, Ratings, Tips and Why You Should Go". Wanderlog. Retrieved 9 June 2026.