The Nurek Dam is a large embankment dam located on the Vakhsh River in Tajikistan. Completed in 1980, it stands at 300 meters (984 feet) tall, making it one of the tallest dams in the world. The dam plays a crucial role in hydroelectric power generation, providing electricity to the region and supporting local agriculture through irrigation. Constructed primarily for energy production, the Nurek Dam has a reservoir that can hold approximately 10 billion cubic meters of water. It is operated by the Tajikistan government and is vital for managing water resources in the area, especially during dry seasons.