Nova Kakhovka Dam

Along the battle line in southern Ukraine, a crucial dam and hydroelectric power facility were damaged.

Since the start of the invasion of Ukraine in February, the dam has served as a crucial supply route for Russian forces positioned on the river’s right bank. Only three important crossings of the Dnipro exist, all of which are in the Kherson region.

The massive Dnieper River in Ukraine is blocked off by the dam, creating a sizable water reservoir. The actual dam is hundreds of meters broad and 30 meters tall. As a component of the Kakhovka hydroelectric power project, it was constructed in 1956.