Statements (52)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
Dam
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| gptkbp:architect |
Innovative for its time
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| gptkbp:benefits |
Agriculture
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| gptkbp:built |
1959
Geological issues faced |
| gptkbp:climate |
800 mm
Critical during dry seasons |
| gptkbp:collaborations |
Involves multiple districts
|
| gptkbp:community_engagement |
Local involvement in management
|
| gptkbp:community_impact |
Local agriculture improvement
|
| gptkbp:constructionMaterial |
Concrete
|
| gptkbp:cultivation |
150,000 acres
|
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
Local festivals
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| gptkbp:drainageBasin |
2,500 square kilometers
|
| gptkbp:electrification |
Yes
|
| gptkbp:emergencyServices |
Preparedness plans
|
| gptkbp:environmental_impact |
Moderate
Affected by monsoon patterns |
| gptkbp:fishSpecies |
Yes
|
| gptkbp:flora |
Supports diverse plant life
|
| gptkbp:future_plans |
Upgrades and repairs planned
|
| gptkbp:height |
111 feet
|
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
Part of regional development
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Vaigai Dam
|
| gptkbp:length |
1,250 meters
|
| gptkbp:lighting |
Yes
Significant floods in 1970s |
| gptkbp:local_economy |
Boosted by agriculture
|
| gptkbp:localSports |
Ongoing issue
|
| gptkbp:location |
Tamil_Nadu,_India
|
| gptkbp:maintenance |
Regular inspections
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| gptkbp:nearestCity |
gptkb:Madurai
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| gptkbp:operator |
gptkb:Tamil_Nadu_Water_Resources_Department
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| gptkbp:public_perception |
Educational programs initiated
|
| gptkbp:purpose |
Irrigation
|
| gptkbp:research |
Hydrology studies conducted
|
| gptkbp:reservoir |
gptkb:Vaigai_River
25 square kilometers |
| gptkbp:river |
gptkb:Vaigai_River
|
| gptkbp:safetyFeatures |
Emergency spillway
|
| gptkbp:spillwayType |
Gated spillway
|
| gptkbp:storage |
1,200 million cubic feet
|
| gptkbp:tourism |
Yes
|
| gptkbp:type |
Earthfill dam
|
| gptkbp:waterManagement |
Automated systems
Promotes sustainable practices Integrated approach used. |
| gptkbp:waterQuality |
Drinking water
Monitored regularly Managed by local authorities |
| gptkbp:waterSource |
Contested by local farmers
|
| gptkbp:wildlife |
Supports local fauna
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