| Krishna Raja Sagara Dam Facts | |
|---|---|
| Dam Name | Krishna Raja Sagara Dam |
| State Name | Karnataka |
| Type of dam | Gravity dam of size stone masonry |
| Name of Taluk | Srirangapatna |
| Impounds | Kaveri River |
| District Name | Mandya |
| Catchment Area | 10,619 km2 |
| Lat / Long | 12.416190, 76.573857 |
| Total Storage Capacity | 49 billion ft3 |
| Purpose | Irrigation and Water Supply |
| Power Generation Capacity | N.A. |
| Construction began | In 1925 |
| Opening date | In 1932 |
| Height | 130 ft |
| Length | 8600 ft |
| Spillway Gates | 18 |
| Project | Krishnarajasagara Reservoir Project |
| Creates | Krishna Raja Sagara |
Last Updated on : October 14, 2025
