Tamil Nadu Dam Levels Rise: Mullaperiyar at 125.50 ft Amid Rainfall
Tamil Nadu Dam Levels Rise: Mullaperiyar at 125.50 ft Amid Rainfall
Dams across Tamil Nadu are monitored as rainfall influences inflows and storage. Mullaperiyar sits at 125.50 ft, with other key dams like Mettur and Papanasam tracked.
Dams across Tamil Nadu are under watch as recent rainfall feeds inflows and discharges. Mullaperiyar dam is at 125.50 feet, with an inflow of 137 cusecs and a discharge of 1,000 cusecs. Vaigai dam stands at 47.11 feet (max 71 ft), with an inflow of 724 cusecs and a discharge of 69 cusecs. Combined storage in Periyar is 5,034.41 mcft. Rainfall in the last 24 hours across spots like Kodaikanal (2.2 mm), Melur (1.2 mm), Madurai (1 mm), Sothupparai dam (0.6 mm) and Elumalai (0.4 mm).
Mullaperiyar's current level sits well below the maximum permissible 142 ft, underscoring cautious water management. The data also show Mettur Dam at 93.48 ft and Papanasam at 116.55 ft, highlighting the broader picture of storage managed across the state. These readings help guide irrigation schedules and municipal water supplies as the monsoon pattern evolves.
Authorities continue to monitor and communicate updates as rainfall fluctuates, reminding residents to use water judiciously and stay informed through official channels.
