Tfer Dam in the Larache Province: A 1.14 Billion Dirham Project to Strengthen Water Security

The Loukkos Basin Prepares for the Tfer Dam Project

The Loukkos Basin, located in the Larache province, is set to welcome the Tfer Dam, a hydraulic project aimed at enhancing Morocco’s water resource storage capabilities amid the growing pressure on water resources and the impacts of climate change.

The future dam is expected to have a storage capacity of approximately 400 million cubic meters, with a height of around 61 meters above its foundations. This project will contribute to strengthening the water mobilization and storage system in the Loukkos Basin.

The overall cost of constructing the Tfer Dam is estimated at 1.14 billion dirhams, with a projected construction duration of about 54 months. The site will include several structures and equipment necessary for the proper functioning of the infrastructure.

This initiative comes at a time when enhancing storage capacity is one of the primary focuses of Morocco’s water policy, particularly in response to irregular rainfall patterns and increased pressure on water resources.

Once operational, the Tfer Dam is expected to mobilize and store significant quantities of water for use during periods of heightened demand or reduced available resources.

The infrastructure is also set to secure the region’s water supply, especially in light of the development of agricultural, urban, and economic activities, which are accompanied by rising water needs.

Thus, the Tfer Dam aligns with a broader strategy aimed at developing the Kingdom’s hydraulic infrastructure, enhancing storage capacities, and diversifying water supply sources to better cope with periods of drought and climate change.

However, the success of the project will depend on adherence to construction timelines, the quality of work and equipment, as well as the effective management of stored resources after the dam becomes operational. The goal will be to ensure optimal use of this investment and sustainably enhance water security in the Loukkos Basin.