| Nathpa Jhakri Dam Facts | |
|---|---|
| Dam Name | Nathpa Jhakri Dam |
| State Name | Himachal Pradesh |
| Type of dam | Concrete gravity |
| Nearest City | Nichar |
| Impounds | Satluj River |
| District Name | Kinnaur |
| Surface Area | 234.5 m (769 ft) |
| Lat / Long | 31.564440, 77.979993 |
| Total Capacity | 3,430,000,000 m3 |
| Purpose | Hydroelectric Power Production |
| Construction began | In 1993 |
| Opening date | In 2004 |
| Height | 62.5 meters |
| Length | 185 meters |
| Spillway Gates | 4 |
| Type of Spillway Gates | Radial |
| Project | Nathpa Jhakri Hydroelectric Project |
Last Updated on : November 13, 2025
