About this attraction
Dadin Kowa Dam is a major multipurpose water infrastructure project on the Gongola River in Yamaltu/Deba Local Government Area. The Upper Benue River Basin Development Authority places the dam about 5 km north of Dadin-Kowa village and about 37 km from Gombe town along the Gombe–Biu Road. The project was initially identified for hydroelectric development and was later developed as a multipurpose dam serving functions including irrigation and water supply. Gombe State government material also identifies Dadin Kowa as an important tourism and infrastructure asset.
Visitor Information
Visitor information: Dadin Kowa is a major water infrastructure project, so visitors should follow any current site-access, safety and operational instructions. The sources reviewed do not establish a public tourism opening schedule or entrance fee.
Location & Directions
Location: About 5 km north of Dadin-Kowa village in Yamaltu/Deba LGA, approximately 37 km from Gombe town along the Gombe–Biu Road, on the Gongola River.
Gallery
The gallery for this attraction will contain photographs that can be matched to the site and used with appropriate permission or licensing. Where a verified image is not available, no substitute photograph will be presented as though it were the attraction.