Mettur Dam is located in the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India. It is built across the Kaveri River and is one of the largest dams in the state. The dam plays a crucial role in irrigation, hydroelectric power generation, and flood control in the region. Additionally, it is a popular tourist destination due to its scenic surroundings.
mettur dam
Sri M Vishveswariah
who build the mettur dam
Its in Tamil nadu => Salem distic
39 dams in tamil nadu
The population of Mettur is 53,790.
The Dam's construction work was commenced on 20th july, 1925 and it was completed and open for irrigation by his Excellency Sir George Stanley on 21st August,1934
SATNLEY ReservoirMettur Dam was completed and open for irrigation by his Excellency Sir George Stanley on 21st August,1934. So the reservoir is otherwise called as "SATNLEY Reservoir"
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