| Srisailam Dam Facts | |
|---|---|
| Dam Name | Srisailam Dam |
| State Name | Andhra Pradesh |
| Type of dam | Earthen |
| Nearest City | Hyderabad |
| Impounds | Krishna River |
| District Name | Kurnool |
| Area | 800 km2 (310 sq mi) |
| Lat / Long | 16.086892, 78.897061 |
| Total Capacity | 216 Tmc ft |
| Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Construction began | In 1960 |
| Opening date | In 1981 |
| Height | 145.10 meters |
| Length | 512 meters |
| Spillway Gates | 12 |
| Type of Spillway Gates | Radial |
| Project | The Srisailam Dam Project |
Last Updated on : 14 February 2020
