Rambakan Oya Dam, Embankment dam in Maha Oya, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka.
The Rambakan Oya Dam extends 1,225 meters across the Mundeni Aru River, forming a reservoir with a capacity of 56 million cubic meters.
Archaeological evidence suggests initial construction attempts at this site date to the third century BC under Prince Giri Abaya's direction.
The Rambakan Oya area maintains connections to Sri Lanka's indigenous Veddha communities, particularly near the village of Pollebedde Wewa.
The dam supplies water to three districts - Badulla, Monaragala, and Ampara - while supporting local agricultural irrigation systems.
Seven additional minor reservoirs were renovated as part of the project, including Polwatte Wewa, Niloba Wewa, and Kiralagas Wewa.
GPS coordinates: 7.45135,81.40569
Latest update: March 13, 2025 18:40
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