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Sothuparai Dam wall and water surrounded by wooded hills
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Sothuparai Dam

A reservoir across the Varaha River near Periyakulam, at the foothills of the Western Ghats.

Periyakulam · THENI DISTRICT

Sothuparai DamKEEP EXPLORING
Completed
2001
Purpose
Irrigation
Height above foundation
57.64 m
Dam length
320 m

Get to know this place

Sothuparai stores water from the Varaha River at the mountain foothills and supports irrigation and drinking water needs around Periyakulam.

The National Register of Large Dams records completion in 2001, a height of 57.64 metres above the lowest foundation and a length of 320 metres.

Distance estimates from Periyakulam vary: approximately 9–12 km depending on the starting point. The 2011 District Census Handbook gives 12 km. Check the route from your starting point before travelling.

The reservoir, dam wall and surrounding hills shape the setting. Enjoy the views from areas where visitor access is permitted.

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