Kota Barrage Dam

Kota Barrage is without doubt one of the predominant water reservoirs in the Rajasthan state. This barrage is built over Chambal River. The fundamental function of this barrage is to divert the water for irrigation closer to Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan by means of quite a lot of canals and minors. The water after using it for electrical energy iteration is released from various dams like Rana Pratap Sagar dam, Jawahar Sagar Dam and Gandhi Sagar Dam closer to Kota Barrage. The job to divert the water for irrigation functions is rests with this barrage. This barrage has fourth location in the CVP (Chambal Valley tasks). The dam itself is a lovely and cooling appeal. The water flowing scenic magnificence and thrust from gates is a captivating view for a visitor.

This Barrage is located about 1 km upstream of Kota City, District Kota, Rajasthan. It was constructed in the year 1960 as part of the irrigation canal system on the Chambal river. It diverts the water released after power generation at Gandhi Sagar Dam, Jawahar Sagar Dam and Rana Pratap Sagar Dam for irrigation in States of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh through canals. It is an Earth-fill dam with a concrete spillway and 18 huge gates. The total length of the main canals, branches and distribution system is about 2342 Km.This Barrage’s beautiful setting is ideal for outings and evening strolls.
Kota Barrage is unfold in an subject of 27,332 SQKM. The Jawahar Sagar dam which is a small dam to help Kota Barrage, is simplest having the ability to keep 99tmc of water. The canals and minors related with this barrage are spread in 2,342 kilometers and irrigate the field of more than 2290 SQKM. In step with an contract, 50% of total water has to be diverted to Madhya Pradesh.