Dez Dam Second Power Plant Project

Dez Dam Second Power Plant Project

Period 2007–2010
Client Khuzestan Water and Power Authority
Location 24 km northeast of Dezful and Andimeshk cities
Stage Completion of engineering studies for Phases I and II

Technical Specifications

•    Construction of an underground powerhouse on the right bank of Dez Dam
•    Installation of four turbine-generator units, each rated at 180 MW
•    Total installed capacity: 720 MW

Role of Moshanir Company

Moshanir provided engineering services for Phases I and II in partnership and is cooperating with the client in contractor selection and commencement of construction activities.

Key Achievements

•    The existing Dez Dam power plant has a capacity of 520 MW, which will be upgraded to 720 MW after optimization.
•    With the construction of the second Dez power plant, the combined installed capacity will reach 1,440 MW.
•    Implementation of this project will allow a significant portion of energy generated during midnight hours to be shifted to base load supply.