| Tungabhadra Dam Facts | |
|---|---|
| Dam Name | Tungabhadra Dam |
| State Name | Karnataka |
| Type of dam | Earthen, Masonry and Composite |
| Build By | Karnataka Power Corporation Limited |
| Nearest Town | Hospet |
| Impounds | Tungabhadra River |
| District Name | Koppal |
| Surface Area | 387 km2 |
| Lat / Long | 15.260248, 76.340348 |
| Total Capacity | 135000 million ft3 |
| Purpose | Hydroelectric, Irrigation and Water Supply |
| Power Generation Capacity | 72 MW |
| Construction began | In 1952 |
| Opening date | In 1953 |
| Height | 49.5 meters |
| Length | 18406 meters |
| Width (base) | 28.5 meters |
| Spillway Gates | 33 |
| Type of Spillway Gates | Sluices |
| Project | Hydroelectric Power Project |
Last Updated on : October 14, 2025
