Shivsagar Lake

Summary

The Shivsagar Lake is a reservoir in the state of Maharashtra, India. The lake was formed after the Koyna River was impounded by the Koyna Dam. It has a length of 50 km (31 mi) and depth of 80 m (262 ft).[1]

Shivsagar Lake
View of Shivsagar lake
Location of Shivsagar lake within Maharashtra
Location of Shivsagar lake within Maharashtra
Shivsagar Lake
LocationSatara, Maharashtra
Coordinates17°24′30″N 73°45′35″E / 17.40833°N 73.75972°E / 17.40833; 73.75972
TypeReservoir
Primary inflowsKoyna River
Primary outflowsKoyna River
Basin countries India
Max. length50 km (31 mi)
Surface area891.78 km2 (344 sq mi)
Max. depth80 m (260 ft)
Water volume2,797,400,000 m3 (9.879×1010 cu ft)
The Shivasagar Lake

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References edit

  1. ^ Rajesh Menon (3 October 2005). "Tremors may rock Koyna for another two decade". Indian Express, Pune. Archived from the original on 17 November 2007. Retrieved 19 March 2007.