Hirakud Dam - Wikipedia
WEBThe Hirakud Dam is a man-made structure of earth, concrete and masonry. 10 km (6.2 mi) north of Sambalpur, it is the longest major earthen dam in the world, measuring 25.8 km (16.0 mi) including dykes, and stands across the river Mahanadi.
Hirakud Dam Sambalpur - Facts, Gates, Gandhi Minar And Nehru …
WEBFeb 24, 2024 · Explore Hirakud Dam in Sambalpur District including its history, length, and number of gates. Gandhi Minar and Nehru Minar at Hirakud Dam.
Hirakud Dam: A technological wonder (Aired: February 2009)
WEBSeven Wonders Of India: India's pride, the Hirakud Dam built across the Mahanadi, was the first river valley project of independent India.
Hirakud- World's Longest Man-made Dam | Sambalpur, Odisha - YouTube
WEBJan 29, 2019 · Complete guide to visit Hirakud Dam, the longest man-made earthen dam in the world, built across Mahanadi river in Sambalpur, Odisha (India).
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WEBHirakud Dam Project is a multipurpose scheme intended for flood control, irrigation and power generation. The dam is built across river Mahanadi at about 15 km upstream of Sambalpur town in the state of Odisha.
Hirakud Dam: The Longest Earthen Dam - Odishafocus
WEBThe Hirakud Dam is a significant and historic dam located in the state of Odisha, India. It is one of the longest dams in the world and a key landmark in the region. Hirakud Dam built on Mahanadi River.
Hirakud Dam: Key Facts, Benefits, Tourism Tips, Nearby Attractions
WEBMay 22, 2024 · Standing at a towering height of 60.96 meters, the Hirakud Dam is the longest earthen dam in the world. Importance: The dam plays a crucial role in controlling the flow of the Mahanadi River.
Hirakud Dam | dam, India | Britannica
WEBAt Sambalpur the Hirakud Dam on the river has formed a man-made lake 35 miles (55 km) long; the dam has several hydroelectric generators. Below the dam the Mahanadi turns south along a tortuous course, piercing the Eastern Ghats through a forest-clad gorge.
India's Mega Projects: How Hirakud Dam Became The World's Longest Dam?
WEBDec 8, 2021 · Hirakud Dam is built across the Mahanadi River, about 15 kilometres (9 mi) from Sambalpur in the state of Odisha in India. It is the longest dam in the world. It is one of the first multipurpose projects by India, after independence.
Hirakud Dam - orissatourism.org
WEBHirakud is a historical dam constructed across the river Mahanadi in Sambalpur. Of all dams, Hirakud is the longest dam in India. Apart from being a prominent reservoir, this beautiful dam is also a revered tourist attraction in Odisha which is known for its eternal beauty and gorgeous surrounding.