Jayakwadi Dam

 Jayakwadi Dam

• Location: Near Paithan town in the Aurangabad district, Maharashtra, India.

• River: Built on the Godavari River.

• Project Name: Nath Sagar / Jayakwadi Project.

• Type of Dam: Earthen dam with a masonry spillway.

• Purpose:

  • Irrigation for drought-prone regions of Marathwada

  • Drinking water supply to nearby cities (Aurangabad, Jalna, Beed, etc.)

  • Industrial water supply

  • Flood control

• Reservoir:

  • The reservoir created is called Nath Sagar Reservoir

  • One of the largest earthen dams in India

• Special Features:

  • Has a bird sanctuary (famous for migratory birds)

  • Important for agriculture and regional water management