| Bhakra Nangal Dam Facts | |
|---|---|
| Dam Name | Bhakra Nangal Dam |
| State Name | Himachal Pradesh and Punjab |
| Type of dam | Concrete gravity |
| Nearest City | Nangal (Punjab) |
| Impounds | Sutlej River |
| District Name | Bilaspur |
| Surface Area | 168.35 km2 |
| Lat / Long | 31.410916, 76.433237 |
| Total Capacity | 9.340 km3 |
| Purpose | Irrigation and Electricity |
| Construction began | In 1948 |
| Opening date | In 1963 |
| Height | 226 meters |
| Length | 520 meters |
| Width | 200.1 meters |
| Spillway Gates | 4 |
| Type of Spillway Gates | Radial |
| Project | Bhakra Nangal Project |
Last Updated on : October 14, 2025
