Upper Wardha Dam

The Upper Wardha Dam is a concrete gravity structure built across the Wardha River in Maharashtra. It holds water through its solid concrete design and includes a spillway system for managing water flow.

The dam was built to supply water to Amravati city and surrounding areas that needed water resources. The project involved working with communities and addressing the needs of people affected by its construction.

The reservoir is named Nala Damayanti Sagar after legendary lovers from a traditional Hindu tale. This naming connects the water body to a story that locals recognize and recall when they speak of the lake.

You can best explore the area by using the public paths and viewpoints around the structure. It helps to plan your visit during favorable weather conditions and ask locally about accessible areas.

The dam's spillway uses an automated gate system to handle heavy monsoon rains when the region receives substantial rainfall. This automatic control allows the water level to be managed quickly during intense seasonal storms.

Location: Maharashtra

Height: 39.9 m

GPS coordinates: 21.27640,78.05720

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:43