The Kota Barrage is situated at a short distance of 0.8 km upstream form the city of Kota. The fourth dam in the chain of dams built by the Chambal Valley Project, Kota Barrage was constructed in the year of 1960.
An important sorce of irrigation, Kota Barrage releases 50% of its excess water to the neighbouring areas of Madhya Pradesh for enhancement of agricultural productivity. The right and the left canal of Kota Barrage releases water to accommodate the neighbouring agricultural fields of the state of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh.
Kota Barrage is an important landmark of the sttae of Rajasthan. Amidst the picturesque greenery of the area, the Kota Barrage stands tall with its over imposing architectural structure. The beautiful place of the Kota Barrage attracts tourists from far and near who are enthralled and enchanted with the natural scenic beauty coupled with the modern architectural wonder of the present era.
Easily accessible from any part of the state of Rajasthan, Kota Barrage is truly an engineering marvel of the modern times that serves several purposes. Apart from being a major source of water for the cultivators of Rajasthan and Madhya Pardesh, Kota Barrage is known for its capacity to generate power and electricity.
Last Updated on 07 December 2011
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