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Dams in Karnataka

Dams in Karnataka

Several important rivers and their tributaries have flown through Karnataka. Naturally, the state has built many river dams for serving various purposes including water retention, water supply, flood prevention, generating electricty and navigation.

The major dams of Karnataka are Krishna Raja Sagar Dam, Vani Vilasa Sagara Dam, Tungabhadra Dam, Alamatti Dam, Bhadra Dam, Basava Sagara Dam, Raja Lakhmagowda Dam and Supa Dam. Krishna Raja Sagar Dam is one of the prime tourist attractions of Mysore and it has a lovely ornamental conjoined to it.

Located in Hospet, Bellari district, Tungabhadra Dam helps in producing huge amount of hydroelectric and also contributes in irrigation. Built on the Krishna River, the Alamatti Dam too produces hydroelectric and supplies water for irrigation in the region. This dam is also the main reservoir of the Upper Krishna Project and it has a seven terrace garden attached to it as a popular picnic spot. Read more about dams in Karnataka

The Shirur Dam In Belgaum – Standing Tall Over The Markandeya River

November 18, 2020 by madur

Shirur Dam

Though the Shirur dam across the river Markandeya was designed primarily for irrigation, it is a popular spot for family outings. Watching water flow through the dam’s gates is a spectacular sight. This water serves a catchment area of 432 sq. km. Check out: Malaprabha Dam, Belagavi Quick Facts About Shirur Dam Built on: River […]

Filed Under: Belgaum Tagged With: belgam, Dams, Dams in Karnataka

Tunga Anicut Dam, Shimoga

August 3, 2015 by madur

Tunga Anicut Dam, Shimoga. Image source http://holidayplans.co.in/administrator/uploadspackage/tunga_anicut_dam_1.jpg

Tunga Anicut Dam in Shimoga in Karnataka is a popular picnic spot. Boat rides in the water of the dam is a huge attraction for tourists visiting the dam.

Filed Under: Shimoga Tagged With: Dams, Shimoga, Shimoga dam, Shivamogga, Tunga, Tunga Anicut

Gajanur Dam, Shimoga

August 10, 2014 by madur

Gajanur Dam, Shimoga

Gajanur Dam in Gajanur in Shimoga is ideal place for a one a trip. Read on to know more about the sightseeing options, how to reach and hotels and resorts nearby Gajanur Dam.

Filed Under: Shimoga Tagged With: Dams, Gajanur, Shimoga, Shimoga dam

Votehole Dam near Hassan

November 8, 2013 by Jolad Rotti

The Votehole Dam is built across the river Votehole .The dam is in Lakkenahally village near the city of Hassan, Karnataka. Read on to know more about Votehole dam.

Filed Under: Hassan Tagged With: Dams, Dams in Karnataka, Hassan, river Votehole

Nugu Dam, Heggadadevana Kote, Mysore

November 6, 2013 by Jolad Rotti

Nugu Dam. Photo courtesy Dilip http://www.flickr.com/photos/30882283@N02/3561079103/

Nugu Dam is located in Beerwal village under Heggadadevana Kote or H.D. Kote taluk of Mysore district in Karnataka. Find out more about this dam in Karnataka constructed across the river Nugu.

Filed Under: Mysore Tagged With: Dams, Dams in Karnataka, Mysore Zoo, river Nugu

Maralvadi Dam, Ramanagara

November 5, 2013 by Jolad Rotti

Maralvadi Dam is located near the Kanakapura town in the Ramanagara district of Karnataka. The dam is a small reservoir that is built across the river Arkavathy, a tributary of the river Kaveri.

Filed Under: Bangalore Tagged With: Dams, Dams in Karnataka, Ramanagara, river Arkavathy

Kanakanala Dam, Killarhatti

October 30, 2013 by Jolad Rotti

Kanakanala Dam is a small reservoir built across the river Kanakanala, near Raichur in Karnataka. Read on to know more about the dam, sightseeing and accommodation options nearby the dam.

Filed Under: Raichur Tagged With: Dams, Dams in Karnataka, Raichur, river Kanakanala

Gandorinala Dam, Gulbarga

October 28, 2013 by Jolad Rotti

Gandorinala Dam is located near the Gulbarga city of Karnataka. This small but useful reservoir is built across the river Gandorinala that flows through the Krishna basin of Karnataka. The reservoir has been extending its services since the year 2002. It is a single-purpose dam built with the sole aim to provide water for the […]

Filed Under: Gulbarga Tagged With: Dams, Dams in Karnataka, Gulbarga, river Gandorinala

Hemavathy Dam, Gorur

October 28, 2013 by Jolad Rotti

hemavathy dam gorur. Image source Flickr

Hemavathy Dam is constructed across the river Hemavathy, an important tributary of the river Kaveri. Read on to know more about the accommodation and sightseeing options near the dam.

Filed Under: Hassan Tagged With: Dams, Dams in Karnataka, Hassan, River Kaveri

Bheemasamudra Dam

October 23, 2013 by Jolad Rotti

Bheemasamudra Dam is constructed across the river Jinigi Halla. The dam derives its name from the name of the village where it is located, Bheemasamudra village. Read on to know nearby sightseeing and accommodation options.

Filed Under: Chitradurga Tagged With: Chitradurga, Dams, Dams in Karnataka, river Jinigi Halla

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