Cheruthoni Dam: A Key Landmark in Idukki’s Scenic Landscape
Cheruthoni Dam near the famous Idukki Arch Dam in Kerala is an integral part of Idukki Hydropower Project, this dam which is the largest in the country spans Cheruthoni, a tributary of Periyar river For additional functional purpose Cheruthoni Dam is a popular tourist attraction, tourists due to the tranquil surroundings around Attraction, lake offering views beautiful and close to other major attractions in Idukki.
Historical and Engineering Significance
Built in the 1970s as part of the ambitious Idukki Hydropower Project, Cheruthoni Dam stands as a testament to Kerala’s progress in industrialization and sustainable development The project has three dams: Idukki Arch Dam, Cheruthoni Dam and Kulamavu Dam, with a combined storage capacity of 60 sq km.
The Cheruthoni Dam is a straight gravity concrete structure, 138 m (453 ft) high, and 650 m (2,133 ft) long. It was designed to connect to the Idukki Arch Dam by pumping water to the Mulmattom power plant. The electricity generated from this project meets a significant portion of Kerala’s energy needs, contributing to the state’s economic growth and infrastructure development.
