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Vaigai dam

Vaigai Dam Built across the majestic River Vaigai near Andipatti, the dam with a height of 111 feet can store 71 feet of water. It is 7 km from Andipatti,25 kms from Theni This dam was established on January 21,1959 he Vaigai Dam, an engineering marvel located near Andipatti in the Theni district of Tamil Nadu, stands as a testament to modern irrigation and water management. Constructed across the Vaigai River, this multipurpose dam plays a crucial role in supplying water for irrigation, drinking, and other purposes to the surrounding regions, including the agricultural heartlands of Madurai. Completed in 1959, the dam stretches over 111 feet in height and spans 8,500 feet, creating a vast reservoir that benefits numerous villages and towns.