Barvi Dam
Barvi Dam | |
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![]() View of Barvi Dam | |
Official name | Barvi Dam |
Location | Thane, Badlapur |
Coordinates | 19°11′34″N 73°20′23″E / 19.1927152°N 73.3396625°ECoordinates: 19°11′34″N 73°20′23″E / 19.1927152°N 73.3396625°E |
Opening date | 1978 |
Owner(s) | Government of Maharashtra, India |
Dam and spillways | |
Type of dam | Earthfill |
Impounds | Barvi river |
Height | 72.6 m (238 ft) |
Length | 746 m (2,448 ft) |
Reservoir | |
Total capacity | 234,000 km3 (56,000 cu mi) |
Surface area | 0.04 km2 (0.015 sq mi) |
Barvi Dam is an earthfill dam on the Barvi River near Badlapur, Thane district, in the state of Maharashtra in India.
Specifications
The height of the dam above lowest foundation is 72.60 m (238.2 ft) while the length is 746 m (2,448 ft). The gross storage capacity is 178,580.00 km3 (42,843.62 cu mi).[1]
Purpose
- Water supply to Badlapur
- CHIKHLOLI DAM
References
- ^ Specifications of large dams in India Archived 21 July 2011 at the Wayback Machine
One Day Picnic Spot Near Badlapur the islands formed part of the KONDESHWAR, In the middle of divine nature, ‘Kondeshwar’ is a holy location with Lord Shiva Temple. It must be at the top of everyone’s bucket list because it is surrounded by mountains and waterfalls. It is a popular tourist destination because it is located in Badlapur and is well connected to Mumbai and other adjacent towns.
xperience in the midst of nature with your family and friends. The dam is within 20 minutes’ drive from the city centre. It is surrounded by small hilltops and boasts views of the Tahuli Peaks in the distance. There is a temple on the other side of the front door that provides a wider perspective of the dam. The location becomes more lively and lovely during the monsoon season. Muddy roads, wonderful rains, and freezing temperatures make it an ideal location for experiencing nature. When the dam overflows during the monsoon, the outflowing water transforms into a waterfall, which is a spectacular sight to behold. Overall, the Chikhloli Dam is a brief yet delicious treat for nature enthusiasts.
- "One Day Picnic Spot Near Badlapur". cromosoft (web hosting). Retrieved 29 April 2022.
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