TARBELA DAM PROJECT, PAKISTAN

Commissioned (1978)

Owner: Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA), Pakistan

Employer: Impregilo SPA, Italy

Title: Eng.Geologist/Geotechnical Engineer

Project: Tarbela Dam in terms of fill volume is comprised of 149 million m3 and is 143 m high with a crest length of 2,743 m plus an axillary dam. It has two spillways, five tunnels and a large reservoir. Powerhouse with 700 MW installed capacity (1978).

Tasks Performed: geotechnical and grouting works