Hirakud dam: Introduction Located near Sambalpur

Introduction Located near Sambalpur in the state of Odisha, the Hirakud Dam stands as one of India’s most significant and iconic engineering achievements. It is not just a dam ; it is a symbol of independent India’s determination to overcome natural challenges and harness its resources for development. Stretching across the mighty Mahanadi River, the dam has played a pivotal role in flood control, irrigation, hydroelectric power generation, and regional development. Historical Background ... Hirakud Dam Project is a multipurpose scheme intended for flood control, irrigation and power generation . The dam is built across river Mahanadi at about 15 km upstream of Sambalpur town in the state of Odisha. Learn about the longest earthen dam in the world, built across the Mahanadi river in Sambalpur district of Odisha. Explore the attractions, facilities and accessibility of the Hirakud Dam and its reservoir, the largest artificial lake in Asia. Project Features The multi-purpose Hirakud Dam across the river Mahanadi was constructed for flood control, irrigation and power generation. Hirakud Dam is a composite structure of earth, concrete and masonary. The Main dam having an overall length of 4.8 km spans between hills Laxmidungri on left and Chandli-dungri on the right. The dam is flanged by 21 km long earthen dykes, both on left and right sides to close the low saddles beyond the abutment hills. It has the distinction of being at ...