Cheruthoni Dam

Cheruthoni dam is a part of Idukki Hydro Electric Project and is located in Idukki District of Kerala State. Idukki Arch dam, Cheruthoni dam and Kulamavu dam together form the Idukki reservoir. The spill way of this reservoir is provided in Cheruthoni dam. The water from the reservoir is diverted through a 2027m long power tunnel & pressure shaft of average length 975m to an underground power house with an installed capacity 780 MW located at Moolamattom. The reservoir is augmented by diverting water from adjacent streams.

Visiting Time

Visiting the Dam Limited to Public Holidays, Saturdays and Sundays

Officers in charge & phone No