The dam would have a 42,600 hectares (105,000 acres) reservoir and capacity of 227 megawatts (304,000 hp).

It has not been studied on detail due to relatively low return on investment compared to other projects in the region.

[3] The Jardim do Ouro reservoir would have an area of 42,600 hectares (105,000 acres).

[1] A "platform" approach is proposed for construction to minimise environmental impact.

[4] Detailed feasibility studies were delayed since the dam, in the upper part of the river, would have higher costs than other projects in the region.