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Masjed Soleyman Dam and Hydropower Plant

Masjed Soleyman Dam and Hydropower Plant

Period 1995–2010
Client Iran Water and Power Resources Development Company
Location 25.5 km northeast of Masjed Soleyman city
Stage The dam was impounded in 2000. Power plant units were commissioned in 2002–2003, and final completion and minor works continued until 2010.

Technical Specifications

  • Constructed on the Karun River
  • Rockfill dam with a clay core
  • Height from foundation: 177 m
  • Equipped with 5 radial spillway gates, discharge capacity: 23,000 m³/s (PMF)
  • Power plant includes 4 turbine-generator units, each rated at 250 MW

 

Role of Moshanir Company

Moshanir participated as a partner in providing all engineering services, including:

  • Identification stage
  • Phase I (conceptual design)
  • Phase II (basic design)
  • Phase III (detailed design and implementation support)

 

Key Achievements

  • One of the largest hydropower projects in Iran, contributing significantly to the country’s electricity generation capacity
  • Strengthened expertise in large-scale dam engineering and hydropower development
  • Enhanced flood control and water management on the Karun River