The Sholayar Dam, a key reservoir in the Parambikulam Aliyar Project, has reached a water level of 161 feet. Officials are prepared to release surplus water if levels continue to rise.
Coimbatore: The Sholayar Dam, a crucial component of the Parambikulam Aliyar Project's 10 reservoir system, has reached a water level of 161 feet as of July 19. This dam, built across the Sholayar River, a tributary of the Chalakudy River, is situated at an elevation of 3,290 feet.
The Sholayar Dam, known for being the tallest dam in Tamil Nadu, has a total height of 165 feet and a storage capacity of 5,392 million cubic feet of water. Its strategic importance in the irrigation project cannot be overstated.
Public Works Department officials have stated that if the water level continues to rise, they are prepared to release surplus water from the dam. This precautionary measure ensures the safety of the dam structure and helps manage water resources effectively.
The current water level of 161 feet is just 4 feet short of the dam's full height, indicating a healthy water storage situation. This bodes well for the irrigation needs of the region and potentially for power generation, as the dam is part of a larger hydro-electric project.
Authorities are closely monitoring the water levels, especially considering the ongoing monsoon season. The decision to release water, if necessary, will be made based on continuous assessments of inflow rates and weather forecasts.
The Sholayar Dam, known for being the tallest dam in Tamil Nadu, has a total height of 165 feet and a storage capacity of 5,392 million cubic feet of water. Its strategic importance in the irrigation project cannot be overstated.
Public Works Department officials have stated that if the water level continues to rise, they are prepared to release surplus water from the dam. This precautionary measure ensures the safety of the dam structure and helps manage water resources effectively.
The current water level of 161 feet is just 4 feet short of the dam's full height, indicating a healthy water storage situation. This bodes well for the irrigation needs of the region and potentially for power generation, as the dam is part of a larger hydro-electric project.
Authorities are closely monitoring the water levels, especially considering the ongoing monsoon season. The decision to release water, if necessary, will be made based on continuous assessments of inflow rates and weather forecasts.