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- The Mettur Dam is one of the largest dams in India and also the largest in Tamil Nadu, located across the river Kaveri where it enters the plains. Built in 1934, it took nine years to complete. Maximum height and width of the dam are 214 and 171 feet, respectively.
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The Mettur Dam is one of the largest dams in India and also the largest in Tamil Nadu, located across the river Kaveri where it enters the plains. Built in 1934, it took nine years to complete. [1] Maximum height and width of the dam are 214 and 171 feet, respectively. [2]
What is the significance of Mettur Dam? As one of the largest dams in India, Mettur Dam plays a vital role in irrigation, water supply, and power generation for Tamil Nadu. Its construction has been a cornerstone in the development and prosperity of the region. On which river is Mettur Dam built?
Located amidst the hills of the Cauvery River basin, the Mettur Dam is a popular tourist attraction in Tamil Nadu. Built in 1934 and more than 50 meters high, this reservoir plays an important role in the lives of millions of people in the state.
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1 day ago · The Mettur Dam, with a full capacity of 120 feet and a storage potential of 93.47 TMC, plays a crucial role in Tamil Nadu's irrigation system.
The Mettur Dam built over a ravine on River Kaveri covers a vast area of 15,540 hectares. The dam has the dimensions of 1700 meter length and 65-meter height with a capacity of 2648 cubic meter. The maximum storage height of the Mettur Dam is 120 feet and facilitates two hydroelectric power stations as well.
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Jul 30, 2024 · CHENNAI: The Mettur dam reached its full reservoir level (FRL) of 120 feet on Tuesday, forcing authorities to increase the quantity of water discharged from the reservoir. The release amount will be gradually increased from 23,000 cusecs (cubic feet per second) to 46,000 c/s at 6 pm and then 66,000 c/s at 7 pm, and later, 81,500 c/s at 8 pm, today.
The water from Mettur dam will help irrigate 45,000 acres of land - 16,443 acres in Salem district and 17,230 acres in Erode and 11,327 acres in Namakkal.
