Laxapana Dam, Gravity dam in Central Province, Sri Lanka.
Laxapana Dam is a concrete gravity dam on the Maskeliya Oya River in central Sri Lanka, built to control water flow and generate electricity. The complex includes several power stations with penstocks that direct water to downstream facilities for additional power generation.
The Ceylon Electricity Board completed this hydroelectric dam in 1969, representing a major milestone in Sri Lanka's electrical infrastructure development. It became part of an integrated network connecting multiple power stations across the central highlands.
The dam structure represents Sri Lanka's engineering achievements in water management, contributing to the development of local communities through sustainable energy production.
The dam is accessible from designated viewpoints within the complex where you can see the structure and water management systems clearly. Visit during daylight hours to get the best views of the installation and surrounding landscape.
The dam is fed by water from multiple river sources and also receives discharge from its own power stations, creating a complex circulation system. This dual-source approach allows the installation to maximize water use between the different facilities connected downstream.
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