Inga Dams

The Inga Dams are two hydroelectric dams that are connected to Inga Falls, one of the world's greatest waterfalls. The Inga Dams in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have a combined capacity of 1,775 MW and are made up of two single dams, Inga I (351 MW) and Inga II (1,424 MW).

The hydroelectric dams on the Inga Falls, one of the world's greatest waterfalls, are currently operating at only half of their full capacity. The expansion of the dam has piqued the interest of nations and power companies across Africa, who have expressed interest in pursuing the Grand Inga project, which is anticipated to cost $80 billion and would be the world's largest power station, with a capacity of up to 70 GW.

Country: the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Construction began: Inga I: 1968 - Inga II: 1982
Opening date: Inga I: 1972 - Inga II: 1982
Electricity generation capacity: 1,775 MW