TB Dam
Country : India
States : Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh
Tributaries :
- left : Tunga River, Kumudvati River, Varada River
- right : Bhadra River, Vedavathi River, Handri River
Cities : Bhadravthi, Hospet, Hampi, Mantralayam, Kurnool
Source : Kudali
- location : Kudali, Bhadravathi, Karnataka, India
- elevation : 610 m (2,001 ft)
- coordinates : 14°0′30″N 75°40′27″E
Mouth : Krishna River
- location : Alampur, India
- elevation : 264 m (866 ft)
- coordinates : 15°53′19″N 78°09′51″E
Length : 531 km (330 mi)
Basin : 71,417 km2 (27,574 sq mi)
The Tungabhadra River is formed by the confluence of two rivers, the Tunga River and the Bhadra River, which flow down the eastern slope of the Western Ghats in the state of Karnataka. Along with Nethravathi (west flowing river, joining the Arabian Sea near Mangalore), the Thunga and the Bhadra rise at Gangamoola, in Varaha Parvatha in the Western Ghats forming parts of the Kuduremukh Iron Ore Project, at an elevation of 1198 metres. Bhadra river flows through the Industrial City Bhadravathi More than one hundred tributaries, streams, creeks, rivulets and the like contribute to each of these two rivers. The journey of Thunga and the Bhadra is 147 km (91 mi) and 171 km (106 mi) respectively, till they join at Kudali, at an elevation of about 610 metres near Holehonnur, about 15 km (9.3 mi) from Shimoga; areca granary of the country. It is a confluence of both the Dwaitha and the Adwaitha philosophies. From there, Thungabhadra meanders through the plains to a distance of 531 km (330 mi) and mingles with the Krishna at Gondimalla, near the famous Alampur in Mahaboobnagar District of Andhra Pradesh. Varada flowing through Shimoga, Uttara Kannada and Haveri Districts and Hagari in Chitradurga and Bellary Districts in Karnataka and Handri in Kurnool distriict of A.P. are the main tributaries of the Tungabhadra. Many rivulets and streams join these tributaries.
Contemplating the river, in Hampi
There are many holy places all along the rivers; primarily Temples of Saiva Cult on the banks of the Bhadra and all the cults on the banks of the Thunga. Sringeri, Sarada Petham established by the Adi Shnkarcaharya is the most famous one on the left bank of the Thunga, about 50 km (31 mi) downstream of its origin. Manthralayam Sree Raghavendra Swamy Muth in Kurnool District and Alampur in Mahaboobnagar Districit, known as Dakshina Kashi are the other important pilgrimage centres. There is a cluster of Nava Brahma temples constructed by the early Chalukyas. Jogulamba is the presiding deity of the place. Another important feature of the river banks is the flood protection walls all along the rivers, constructed by Sri Krishna Devaraya between 1525 and 1527 AD. You find them wherever there is a possibility of land erosion during the floods. It starts at Sringeri and ends at Kurnool; just few km from its mouth. They are of stone constructions and are still intact. Huge boulders of the size of 3' X 4' X 5' are also used in its construction.
Problems
Industrial pollution has damaged the Tungabhadra river. Industry and mining on its banks in the Chikkamagaluru, Shimoga, Davangere, Haveri, Bellary, Koppal and Raichcur Districts of Karnataka and Kurnool and Mahaboobnagar in Andhra Pradesh (almost all the districts along the course of the river) generate enormous amounts of effluents. According to M. Shankar, "It is disturbing to note that nearly three crores of litres of effluents were being released to the Tunga from [Shimoga] every year." This is the contribution of one city which, like Bhadrvathi and Hospet, cannot boast of being an industrial city. As such it is one of the most polluted rivers in the country.
Downriver from the industries, the water has turned dark brown and has a pungent odour. Altogether, the Tungabhadra River pollution has affected 1,000,000 people in the sub-basin as most villages used the river water, previously obtained through the ancient tank system, for drinking, bathing, irrigating crops, fishing and livestock water. The livelihood of village fishermen has been harmed by regular fish kills that have exhausted Tungabhadra's fisheries.
About Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam)
Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam) is constructed across the river Tungabhadra. Tungabhadra River was also known by the name of Pampa.
Tungabhadra River is formed by confluence of Tung River & Bhadra River.
Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam) is the one of the biggest dam of Karnataka.
The maximum storage capacity of Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam) is 135 TMCft.
The main architect of the Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam) was Dr.Thirumalai Iyengar (Civil Engineer, Madras).
The water of the Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam) is used for multi purpose such as for Generation of Electricity, Irrigation etc.
Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam) Tourist Spot
Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam) is one of the tourist spot of Karnataka. Especially on 15th of August of every year (Every Independence Day)
It's really worth to see the flow of water from the dam. All gates (33 gates) will be kept open on 15th of August. The water coming out from the all
gates will creates happiness in the hearts of every body who came to see the TB Dam.
Totally, the sight of the TB dam on 15 th August is simply amazing.
Don't miss the sight of the TB Dam on 15 th August. Thousand of visitors throng at TB Dam to enjoy the Grandeur point.
Illumination system of the Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam) will gives special effect to the Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam) at nights.
Recreation Facilities at Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam)
Visitors can also enjoy following facilities at Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam)
Musial Fountain
Children's Park
An aquarium
The light house located at the top of the mount, beside the Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam).
Location of Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam)
Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam) is located on the National High Way 14, and it is 5 km (kilo Meter) away from the Hospet City .
Reach Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam) by BUS
Road Distance between Bangalore/Bengaluru and Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam) is approximately 30KM.
you can reach Hospet City by Government Buses are from Private travels. You can stay at Hospet (Hotels) and get fresh than reach the Government
Bus Station, and catch the Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam) bus. Or you can catch private auto, cabs. Another option is to approach and hire a vehicle form
travel agents and reach to Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam). The bus/auto fare from Hospet City to Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam) is approximately 10 Rupees (max).
Reach Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam)/Hospet by Train
You can reach Hospet city from Bangalore / Bengaluru by catching the train Hampi Express 6591 & 6592.
After reaching Hospet You can stay at Hospet (Hotels) and get fresh than reach the Government
Bus Station, and catch the Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam) bus. Or you can catch private auto, cabs. Another option is to approach and hire a vehicle form
travel agents and reach to Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam). The bus/auto fare from Hospet City to Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam) is approximately 10 Rupees (max).
Reach Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam)/Hospet by Own Vehicle Cab/car
You can reach the Hospet city by taking the National High way 14 (NH14), which connects you Hospet city from Bangalore.
than you can reach Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam) from Hospet. Tungabhadra Dam (TB Dam) is 5 KM away from Hospet City.
