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Dez River

river, Iran
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The Dez River is a significant waterway in southwestern Iran. It flows for approximately 250 miles (402 kilometers) southward, eventually joining the Karun River. The city of Dezful is situated on the river's high left bank. This river is crucial for irrigation, with the large Dez Dam located upstream. The dam was designed to generate substantial power and enhance agricultural water supply, representing a major development project in Iran.12

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