Ghorazari Dam

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Official name Ghorazari Dam Opening date 1923 Impounds Gorazari river Height 24 m		Location Nagbhid Type of dam Earthfill Length 731.7 m (2,401 ft) Surface area 976 km²

Owners Government of Maharashtra, India Similar Bor Dam, Chulbandh Dam, Itiadoh Dam, Mandohol Dam, Chankapur Dam

Ghorazari Dam (also spelled as Ghodazari Dam) is an earthfill dam on Gorazari river near Nagbhid in Chandrapur district of the state of Maharashtra in India.

Map of Ghorazari Dam, Maharashtra 441221

Specifications

The height of the dam above lowest foundation is 23.55 m (77.3 ft) while the length is 731.7 m (2,401 ft). The volume content is 90 km³ (22 cu mi) and gross storage capacity is 45,080.00 km³ (10,815.27 cu mi).

Purpose

Irrigation - Located in Nagbhid Tehsil in the Chandrapur District, the dam irrigates land in Nagbhid and Sindewahi Tehsil, especially the Talodhi and Nawargaon region.

Tourism - The dam is located in the centre of a dense forest, but is easily accessible by road. The surrounding jungle is full of flora and fauna. The beauty of the area is complemented by the "British era" resthouse and the small garden near the dam. In recent years the dam has become a notable location in the Chandrapur District because of the availability of a boating facility and srestaurants.

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Ghorazari Dam Wikipedia

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Map of Ghorazari Dam, Maharashtra 441221

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