Multipurpose projects are massive projects that serve a variety of purposes, such as flood control, fish breeding, irrigation, generation of electricity, soil conservation, and recreation. They are often referred to as multi-purpose dams, as they combine two or more functions of traditional single-purpose dams into one hydro infrastructure project. The main functions of multipurpose projects include electricity generation, water supply for domestic and industrial uses, flood control, recreation, inland navigation, and fish breeding. Majority of multipurpose projects are a combination of irrigation and hydro-power. These projects are particularly appropriate in developing countries, as they can help meet a number of development goals simultaneously, such as those related to energy, water and food security, and economic development.