The River

The Sharavati is one of the most important rivers of Karnataka.

Originating at a height of 730m near Ambuthirtha, in Shimoga district,

the Sharavati river flows in a north-west direction.

In its long, 132-km journey, entirely within Karnataka state, a major

part of the river flows in the Western Ghats.

The Sharavathi is joined by several tributaries like : Nandiholay,

Mavina holay, Haridravathi, Nagodiholay Etc.,

The Taming of Sharavati

The Sharavati Hydroelectric Project was

planned to tap the electricity generating
potential of the river. There are 3 power
generating stations in this project.

The river has been dammed at 2 places,

Linganamakki in Shimoga district and
Gerusoppa in Uttara Kannada district.

Linganamakki dam is 2.4 Kms. in length and

was constructed in the year 1964. It was
designed to hold 4368 mil cubic mtrs of Water.

Gerusoppa dam project was completed in the

year 2002. It's main purpose is to generate
electricity.

Jog, Highest Water Fall of India

Jog Falls: The highest
Water fall in India is
formed by the Sharavati
river at Jog.
It falls from a height of 293
mtrs. It has 4 different
segments called: Raja,
Rani, Roarer and Rocket.
The falls are mightiest
when water is released
from Linganamakki dam.

Along The River

The Sharavati river passes through many towns and

villages. The upper part flows through Shimoga district
and the lower through Uttara Kannada. In Shimoga, it
passes through 2 important towns, Hosanagara and
Sagara.

Ramachandrapura Mutt, and Ambuthirtha are some of

the places located on the banks of Sharavati, which
have religious significance for Hindus.

Honnemardu is an Island created by the back-waters

of Linganamakki dam. This is a paradise for birdwatchers and water sport enthusiasts(see pic)

Honnavar an important town in the Uttara Kannada

district is the place where the Sharavati meets the
Arabian sea. At Bhatkal the Konkan Rail Bridge is built
across the river (see pic)

The Industries
Many industries utilise the water of
the river Sharavati.
Some of these most famous
industries are : Vishweshwaraya
Iron and Steel Limited and Mysore
Paper Mills at Bhadravati.

The Light of Karnataka

The Sharavati river is vital in the progress

of Karnataka, helping us in agriculture,
industrial growth, forestry, eco-tourism,
and most importantly, generation of
electricity.

The Taming of Sharavati

The Sharavathi Hydro Electric Project is

today the backbone of Karnatakas power
generating arsenal. The Sharavathi
Generating Station with its 10 Units has an
installed capacity of 1035 MW and the
Linganamakki Dam Powerhouse with 2 units
has an installed capacity of 55 MW. To
further tap the potential of the Sharavathi
river, KPCL has installed at the Gerusoppa
Dam Project, four generating Units of 60
MW each, totaling to 240 MW.

The unique feature of the Sharavathi Project

is the establishment of 1035 MW resource
under one roof, with an annual yield of 5000
MU.The project has equipment from US,
Canada, France, Japan and other specified
markets