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The Kalyani Dam is a gravity dam constructed across the Swarnamukhi river at Tirupati city and located in Tirupati District of Andhra Pradesh, India. This dam is one of the major sources of water supply for Tirupati city and its catchment areas. Once filled, the dam can cater to the water needs of Tirupati for at least two years.[1]
History
The dam was constructed in the year 1977.[1]
Location
The dam was constructed across Swarnamukhi River [1] with 25 million cubic meters storage capacity between hills which are part of Seshachalam Hill ranges.[2]
Data
- Catchment area: 48.56 km2 (18.75 sq mi)
- Location of dam: Tirupati, Tirupati District, Andhra Pradesh
- Full Reservoir Level: 274.31 metres (900 ft) msl
See also
References
- ^ a b c "Two spillway gates of Kalyani Dam lifted". The Hindu. 22 November 2015. Retrieved 23 November 2015.
- ^ "Kalyani Dam D03636". Retrieved 23 November 2015.
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