information about Wari/Wan Dam

 Here’s clear information about Wari/Wan Dam — often referred to locally as Wari Dam near Wari village in Akola District, Maharashtra:

Wan Dam, also referred to as Wari Dam, is an earthfill gravity dam located on the Wan River at Wari village in Telhara Taluka, Akola District, Maharashtra, India. Constructed as part of the Wan Irrigation Project, it was completed around 2000 and serves multiple purposes including irrigation, hydroelectric power generation (1.5 MW), and drinking water supply to nearby towns such as Akola, Telhara, and Shegaon

The dam has a height of 67.65 m (221.9 ft) and a length of 500 m (1,600 ft), with a gross storage capacity of 0.081 km³. It creates Hanuman Sagar reservoir and is surrounded by scenic landscapes, including an old Hanumana temple, making it a local attraction

Scenic & Tourist Aspects

• The Hanuman Sagar reservoir and dam area is considered picturesque, attracting visitors for picnics, photography, and nature views around the waterbody. Wikipedia

• Nearby is the Wari Hanuman Temple, a local spiritual spot that many visitors combine with a dam visit. Yappe

• There’s an earthen dam viewpoint listed locally as a spot where visitors can enjoy views of the dam and reservoir waters

Purpose and Use

The dam serves multiple important functions:

• Irrigation: Supports agricultural land in western Vidarbha. Wikipedia

• Drinking Water Supply: Provides potable water to nearby towns and villages. Wikipedia

• Hydroelectricity: Associates with a small hydroelectric project (~1.5 MW capacity) near the base of the dam (Wan Hydroelectric Project).