Fun facts about Lake Volta
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Lake Volta lies along the prime meridian, six degrees north of the Equator.
Lake Volta
Ghana
Lake Volta, the largest artificial reservoir in the world based on surface area, is contained behind the Akosombo Dam which generates a substantial amount of Ghana's electricity. It is completely within the country of Ghana and has a surface area of 8,502 square kilometres (3,283 sq mi).
From the “Geography” section
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The lake was formed by the Akosombo Dam, originally conceived in 1915.
Lake Volta
Ghana
Lake Volta, the largest artificial reservoir in the world based on surface area, is contained behind the Akosombo Dam which generates a substantial amount of Ghana's electricity. It is completely within the country of Ghana and has a surface area of 8,502 square kilometres (3,283 sq mi).
From the “History” section
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Dodi Island has become a major tourist site in Ghana since its formation in 1961.
Lake Volta
Ghana
Lake Volta, the largest artificial reservoir in the world based on surface area, is contained behind the Akosombo Dam which generates a substantial amount of Ghana's electricity. It is completely within the country of Ghana and has a surface area of 8,502 square kilometres (3,283 sq mi).
From the “Economy” section
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On October 11, 2025, a boat accident on Lake Volta resulted in the deaths of 15 people.
Lake Volta
Ghana
Lake Volta, the largest artificial reservoir in the world based on surface area, is contained behind the Akosombo Dam which generates a substantial amount of Ghana's electricity. It is completely within the country of Ghana and has a surface area of 8,502 square kilometres (3,283 sq mi).
From the “Disasters and safety incidents” section
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An estimated 7,000 to 10,000 children work in the fishing industry on Lake Volta.
Lake Volta
Ghana
Lake Volta, the largest artificial reservoir in the world based on surface area, is contained behind the Akosombo Dam which generates a substantial amount of Ghana's electricity. It is completely within the country of Ghana and has a surface area of 8,502 square kilometres (3,283 sq mi).
From the “Economy” section
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