Sandile Dam
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| Sandile Dam | |
|---|---|
| Country | South Africa |
| Coordinates | 32°43′0″S 27°6′4″E / 32.71667°S 27.10111°E |
| Purpose | Irrigation |
| Owner(s) | Department of Water Affairs |
Sandile Dam is a zoned embankment dam located on the Keiskamma River near Keiskammahoek, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It was established in 1983 and serves mainly for irrigation purposes. The hazard potential of the dam has been ranked high (3).
The dam was named in honour of King Sandile, once the reigning king of the Rharhabe sub-group of the Xhosa nation.
See also
- List of reservoirs and dams in South Africa
- List of rivers of South Africa
References
- List of South African Dams from the South African Department of Water Affairs
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