MYLAVARAM DAM
Jammalamadugu, Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh, India
Thorny bushes scattered all over the banks. Mylavaram Dam is a medium irrigation project built across Penna River near Mylavaram in Kadapa district of Andhra Pradesh. It is also known as Tatireddy Narasimha Reddy Reservoir, Mylavaram Dam is an earthen dam constructed for providing irrigation potential to an extent of 75,000 acres. The construction of the project and formation of canals were completed by the end of 1981-82 and the distributary system was completed by 1985-86. The reservoir has a gross storage capacity of 9.96 tmc. The reservoir consists of two main canals viz. MR South Canal & MR North Canal having an extent of 25,000 acres & 50,000 acres of ayacut respectively. With the completion of Srisailam right bank canal, Krishna River water would be fed from Srisailam Dam to this reservoir.
Suggested time duration
4 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
August – February
Do's & Dont's
- Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
- Do not consume liquor.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 09:00 AM | 06:00 PM | Free | Free |
Day - Timings - activities - price
| Day | Timings | Activities | Price(Rs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 09:00 AM - | Boating | 200 |
How to reach
1 KM
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Jammalamadugu Bus Station |
7.5 KM | 0866-2570005 |
 Jammalamadugu Railway Station |
12.1 KM | 131 |
 Tirupati International Airport |
225 KM | 0877-2289907 |
What to Carry
Water bottle & SnacksSuitable For
Adults
Children
Infants
Facilities
Restaurants
Parking
Parking is available for 10 Cars.
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Gandikota | 18 KM |
Nearest Temples
THE TEMPLES OF GANDIKOTA
16th Century Vijayangara architectural Marvel
MUKTHI RAMESWARAM
While back to Ayodhya,to get rid of sin for Killing Ravana,Rama installed a lingam
AGASTESWARA SWAMI TEMPLE
Famous for Angaranga-Vaibhava (bhoga) Nityapuja offered to Lord Somanatha
PATALA SOMESWARA TEMPLE
The rivers Papagni, Pinakini and Kumadvathi flow joins together as Trivenisangamam here
SANGAMESWARA TEMPLE
The deity was installed and worshipped by Saptarishis.
Nearest Attractions
FortGANDIKOTA FORT
Hidden Grand Canyon of India
WildlifeRAJIV GANDHI NATIONAL PARK
Perfect place for families to enjoy whole day in the Nature
DamYEDDULA ESWARAIAH GANDIKOATA DAM
Gandikota Reservoir is an irrigation project and It receives water from Galeru project
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