Naute Dam
Hardap
Naute Dam, located near Keetmanshoop in Namibia's Karas Region, is the country's third largest dam with a capacity of 69 million cubic meters. Constructed between 1970 and 1972 by Concor and commissioned in September 1972, it sources its water from the Löwen River, a tributary of the Fish River. The dam primarily supports irrigation, supplying potable water to Keetmanshoop and surrounding farms. Despite its capacity, it is one of the few dams in Namibia often filled to capacity yet remains underutilized. The dam area hosts the government-owned Naute Aqua Fish Farms Project and the Naute Fruit Farm, which specializes in date cultivation for export to Europe. The farm has grown substantially, employing numerous full-time and seasonal workers, reflecting the dam's importance to local agriculture and economy.
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Astuce: Visitors interested in agriculture and aquaculture may find the Naute Dam area insightful. The best time to visit is during the dry season when water levels are visibly high. While the dam itself is primarily a functional infrastructure, nearby farms such as the Naute Fruit Farm may offer tours or visits by arrangement. Booking ahead is recommended for any guided visits. No specific ticketing information is available, and the dam area is generally accessible for viewing.
Faits intéressants
- •Naute Dam is the third largest dam in Namibia with a capacity of 69 million cubic meters.
- •The dam sources water from the Löwen River, a tributary of the Fish River.
- •It supports a government-owned fish farming project called Naute Aqua Fish Farms.
- •Naute Fruit Farm at the dam is a major date producer, exporting to Europe.
- •The fruit farm employed 76 full-time and 250 seasonal workers as of 2009.
Histoire
Naute Dam was constructed between 1970 and 1972 by the company Concor and officially commissioned in September 1972.
It was developed to support irrigation and potable water supply in southern Namibia.
Over the decades, it has remained one of the key water reservoirs in the Karas Region, supporting local agriculture and fish farming projects.
Its consistent filling to capacity distinguishes it from many other Namibian dams, reflecting its strategic importance.