Karnataka Dam Water Level Today (19th July 2024 | Check Dam Water Level In Karnataka State

Karnataka Dam Water Level Today: Karnataka's 14 major reservoirs are seeing a substantial increase in water levels, essential for water supply, drinking needs, and electricity generation. As of July 19, continuous heavy rainfall has brought the reservoirs close to their maximum capacity.

The Malenadu region has experienced significant rainfall, leading to a rise in the Kalinadi River's water level. Four dams, including Tattihalli, Supa, and Kadra, are nearly full, with water now being released from the Kadra reservoir.

Dam Status and Details

Almatti Dam:
Location: Bagalkot District, Krishna River
Current Storage: 18349.501 M.Cft (Maximum Capacity)
Inflow: (+)43,478Cusecs
Outflow: 65,480 Cusecs
Function: Primarily built for irrigation, the Almatti Dam also supports hydropower generation and flood control, contributing significantly to regional agriculture and water security.

Narayanpura Dam:

Location: Yadgir District, Krishna River
Current Level: 489.20 Mt
Inflow: (+)65801.14 Cusecs
Outflow: 70779.76 Cusecs

Basava Sagar Dam, formerly known as Narayanpura Dam, is constructed across the Krishna River in Yadgir District, Karnataka. The reservoir it creates, Basava Sagar, has a total storage capacity of 37.965 TMCFT (1.075 km³), with a live storage of 30.5 TMCFT (0.85 km³). The full reservoir level is 492.25 meters MSL, and the minimum drawdown level is 481.6 meters MSL.

Tunga Anicut Dam:
Location: Tunga River, near Shimoga

Reservoir Level: 1,618.03 ft
Reservoir Capacity: 55.97 TMC
Inflow Details: 106,723 Cusecs
Outflow Details: 404 Cusecs

The Tunga Anicut Dam sees moderate rains over Koppa, Sringeri, and Tirthahalli taluks, resulting in moderate flooding of the Tunga River.

Krishna Raja Sagara Dam (KRS):

Location: Mandya District, Cauvery River
Current Storage: 35,282 M.Cft
Maximum Capacity: 49,452 M.Cft
Current Level: 113.4 Feet
Inflow: 36,772 Cusecs
Outflow: 2,448 Cusecs

Serving as a crucial lifeline for irrigation and drinking water, the KRS Dam continues to play a pivotal role in enhancing agricultural productivity and ensuring water sustainability in the region.

Kabini Dam:
Current Storage: 18,094 M.Cft
Maximum Capacity: 19,516 M.Cft
Current Level: 62.76 Feet
Inflow: 42,829 cusecs
Outflow: 46,667 Cusecs

The Kabini Dam also has substantial storage and continues to be a key water source for the region.