| Maithon Dam Facts | |
|---|---|
| Dam Name | Maithon Dam |
| State Name | Jharkhand |
| Type of dam | Earthen / Concrete Gravity |
| Nearest City | Asansol |
| Impounds | Barakar River |
| District Name | Dhanbad |
| Surface Area | 65 km2 (25 sq mi) |
| Lat / Long | 23.785002, 86.811754 |
| Total Capacity | 100,000 cubic ft/s |
| Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Power Generation Capacity | 60 MW |
| Construction began | In 1951 |
| Opening date | In 1958 |
| Height | 50 meters |
| Length | 4,789 meters |
| Width (base) | 10.67 meters |
| Spillway Gates | 12 |
| Project | Maithon DVC Hydroelectric Power Project |
Last Updated on : October 14, 2025
