Khadakwasla Dam, Water reservoir in Pune district, India

Khadakwasla Dam is a 1.9 km long masonry gravity dam on the Mutha River, 21 km from central Pune. Its tan downstream face slopes to the water, topped by a dark crest with a continuous metal railing and evenly spaced vertical buttresses. The reservoir, Khadakwasla Lake, has a maximum depth of 36 m and feeds two canals through 11 radial sluice gates.

The original dam was built in 1879 as an engineering milestone of its time. After a major breach in 1961, it was completely reconstructed with improved safety features.

The lake was named Lake Fife after Captain Fife of the British Army, who proposed a reservoir here in 1863; it was renamed Khadakwasla shortly after independence. On weekends and during the monsoon, visitors gather along Sinhagad road, where a "Chowpatty" sells snacks and non-alcoholic drinks. Peacock Bay, part of the National Defence Academy grounds, is closed to the public.

The dam is easiest to reach by bus from various stations in Pune, with the journey lasting around 40 to 50 minutes. It works well as a straightforward day trip from the city.

The original 1879 masonry gravity dam was the first of its kind in the world, and it was designed by Sir M. Visvesvaraya. The reservoir was first named Lake Fife after Captain Fife RE, who recommended a high-level reservoir here in 1863; it was renamed Khadakwasla Lake after independence.