Aswan Dam

The Aswan Dam is an engineering structure on the Nile River in Egypt, designed to control water flow and generate electricity. Completed in the 1970s, it helps prevent flooding, store water for drought months, and produce hydroelectric power. The dam creates Lake Nasser, one of the largest artificial reservoirs in the world. It plays a crucial role in Egypt’s agriculture, industry, and daily life by managing water resources efficiently. While it provides many benefits, it also caused environmental and social changes, such as the displacement of communities and impacts on local ecosystems.