Archive · 2 Sep 2025
Mettur Dam Reaches Full Level for Sixth Time This Year
The Mettur Dam in Tamil Nadu, a major water source, is full for the sixth time this year.
This happened because of heavy rain in the area.
To manage the water, officials are releasing more water from the dam.
People living near the river are warned to be careful because the water level will rise.
This is good news for farmers because they can now plant their crops.
The dam provides water for farming, drinking, and generating electricity.
Authorities are closely monitoring the situation.
Mettur Dam reached its full reservoir level for the sixth time this year.
Water discharge has been increased to 35,000 cusecs.
A flood alert was issued to residents along the Cauvery River.
The dam irrigates nearly 18 lakh acres across 12 districts.
Farmers are positive about the upcoming samba paddy crop.
- Who
- Authorities in Tamil Nadu
- What
- Mettur Dam reached its full reservoir level and increased water discharge.
- When
- Tuesday morning.
- Where
- Mettur Dam, Tamil Nadu.
- Why
- Consistent rainfall in the Cauvery basin led to increased inflow.
- Full Reservoir Level
- 120 feet
- Current Discharge
- 35,000 cusecs
- Discharge through Main Power House and Tunnel Power House
- 22,500 cusecs
- Discharge through Canal
- 800 cusecs
- Discharge through Ellis Saddle
- 12,500 cusecs
- Irrigated Area
- 18 lakh acres
