Archive · 21 Aug 2025
Swarnamukhi Barrage in Poor Condition, Requires Repairs
The Swarnamukhi barrage, which helps farmers by providing water, is falling apart.
The local government knows this and is working to fix it.
The barrage, which was built in 2005, has not been taken care of properly and is now rusty and damaged.
The district collector visited the site to see the damage.
The barrage is important because it provides water for about 10,000 acres of farmland.
They need about ₹3 crore to fix the barrage and are expecting to complete the work by next year.
The Swarnamukhi barrage in Vakadu mandal faces deterioration due to lack of maintenance.
District Collector Dr. S. Venkateshwar acknowledged the barrage's poor condition.
Built in 2005, the barrage has rusted equipment and eroded flood banks.
The barrage supports 10,000 acres of farmland through 10 cascading tanks.
A ₹3 crore repair proposal is pending, with works expected by next year.
- Who
- District Collector Dr. S. Venkateshwar and local farmers.
- What
- The Swarnamukhi barrage's poor condition due to lack of maintenance.
- When
- The barrage was built in 2005. Repairs are expected by next year.
- Where
- Vakadu mandal, Nellore.
- Why
- Due to lack of regular upkeep and exposure to coastal weather.
Farmers
Government
Barrage safety and impact on livelihoods
Farmers
Concerned about the safety and the future of their livelihood due to potential structural issues.
Government
The government acknowledges the issue and is taking steps to fix it.
- Barrage Name
- Swarnamukhi
- Location
- Vakadu mandal, Nellore
- Built Year
- 2005
- Farmland Supported
- 10,000 acres
- Maintenance Costs
- ₹10–12 lakh annually
- Required for Major Repairs
- ₹3 crore