The Zambezi River Authority tested floodgates at Kariba Dam as repair work nears completion. During the checks, water rushed into the reshaped pool below for about four minutes. The authority started fixing the dam in 2019, and engineers are currently examining the work quality and checking for leaks.
They released water equal to what would power a turbine for three seconds. ZRA planning officer Engineer Munesushe Mudzi explained that these tests help verify the effectiveness of repairs made during the past four years. The team commissioned Sluice Number 2 last Friday as part of ongoing quality inspections.
The test used about 1,500 cubic meters of water, which equals a very brief period of normal power generation. Engineers need to confirm that stop beams seal tightly when closed to prevent any water from leaking through. These inspections ensure that the dam operates safely and efficiently after the extensive rehabilitation project.
They released water equal to what would power a turbine for three seconds. ZRA planning officer Engineer Munesushe Mudzi explained that these tests help verify the effectiveness of repairs made during the past four years. The team commissioned Sluice Number 2 last Friday as part of ongoing quality inspections.
The test used about 1,500 cubic meters of water, which equals a very brief period of normal power generation. Engineers need to confirm that stop beams seal tightly when closed to prevent any water from leaking through. These inspections ensure that the dam operates safely and efficiently after the extensive rehabilitation project.
