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Aliyar, Parambikulam and Sholayar Dams Record Steady Water Inflow Amid Southwest Monsoon

SimpliCity News Team · 15 Jul 2026

Coimbatore: The three major dams in Coimbatore district are witnessing steady water inflow following consistent southwest monsoon rains in their catchment areas, according to Water Resources Department officials.

The Aliyar Dam near Anaimalai, which has a total capacity of 120 feet, currently stands at 56.2 feet as of July 15. The dam is receiving an inflow of 301 cubic feet per second, while 227 cubic feet per second is being discharged from the reservoir.

The Parambikulam Dam near Pollachi, with a maximum capacity of 72 feet, has recorded a water level of 19.28 feet as of July 15. Due to continuous rainfall in the catchment areas during the southwest monsoon season, the dam is receiving a substantial inflow of 1,172 cubic feet per second. Currently, 810 cubic feet per second is being released from the dam.

The Sholayar Dam in Valparai, which has the highest capacity among the three at 160 feet, is currently at 91.92 feet. The dam is receiving an inflow of 811 cubic feet per second, with 1,355 cubic feet per second being discharged.

Water Resources Department officials stated that all three dams are being monitored regularly and the water discharge is being managed appropriately based on the inflow patterns and storage capacity.

The steady inflow in these dams is crucial for irrigation and drinking water supply in the region, particularly for farmers in the downstream areas who depend on these water sources for agricultural activities.

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Aliyar, Parambikulam and Sholayar Dams Record Steady Water Inflow Amid Southwest Monsoon

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