Magat Dam

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Magat Dam is a large rock-fill dam in the island of Luzon in the Philippines. The dam is located along the Magat River, a major tributary of Cagayan River. The construction of the dam started in 1975 and was completed in 1982. It is one of the largest dams in the Philippines. It is a multi-purpose dam which is used primarily for irrigating about 85,000 hectares of agricultural lands, flood control, and power generation through the Magat Hydroelectric Power Plant. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1982 (43 years ago)Length: 2.58 miHeight: 374 ftReservoir area: 4.52 mi²Reservoir depth: 633 ftCoordinates: 16°49'30"N, 121°27'14"E

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Magat Dam – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ramon, Aguinaldo.

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Ramon
150 min walk • Ramon, located in the Isabela region of the Philippines, is a hidden gem for travelers seeking a unique and off-the-beaten-path destination. The town is known for its stunning natural beauty, with lush mountains, cascading waterfalls, and verdant rice terraces that...
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Aguinaldo
17 min walk • Aguinaldo, officially the Municipality of Aguinaldo, is a 2nd class municipality in the province of Ifugao, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 21,128 people.

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Magat Dam – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Ramon

Aguinaldo