| Walayar Dam Facts | |
|---|---|
| Dam Name | Walayar Dam |
| Official Name | Waluwanad |
| State Name | Kerala |
| Type of dam | Straight Gravity, Masonry |
| Operated by | Government of Kerala |
| Name of Taluk | Palakkad |
| Impounds | Walayar River |
| District Name | Palakkad |
| Catchment Area | 106.35 sq. km |
| Lat / Long | 10.838208, 76.853268 |
| Total Capacity | 18.4 Million m3 |
| Purpose | Irrigation |
| Construction began | In 1953 |
| Opening date | In 1964 |
| Height | 20.42 meters |
| Length | 1478.00 meters |
| Spillway Gates | 3 |
Last Updated on : October 14, 2025
