Am Dam
Am Dam (Arabic: أم دام) is the capital of Djourf Al Ahmar Department in Sila Region, Chad, located at an important crossroads in the Batha River valley. It is a small town about 120 km (75 mi) northwest of Goz-Beida and 700 km (430 mi) by road from the capital N'Djamena. Am Dam is also the name of the Sub-Prefecture that the city is within. The population of the entire Am Dam Sub-Prefecture is 77,593.
Am Dam
أم دام | |
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Am Dam Location in Chad | |
| Coordinates: 12°45′44″N 20°28′13″E | |
| Country | Chad |
| Region | Ouaddaï Region |
| Department | Djourf Al Ahmar |
| Sub-Prefecture | Am Dam |
| Elevation | 1,453 ft (443 m) |
| Time zone | + 1 |
The town is served by Am Dam Airport.
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