The Integrated Tribal Development Agency, Bhadrachalam, Project Officer, P Gowtham on Thursday inspected the operation of the crest gates and flood alert system at the Kinnerasani reservoir in Palvancha mandal. Accompanied by the engineers concerned, Mr Gowtham visited the reservoir, which reached 405 feet against the full reservoir level of 407 feet on Thursday. Heavy rain in the catchment areas of Kinnerasani river brought significant inflows into the reservoir. As many as two crest gates of the reservoir were lifted to discharge surplus water downstream earlier in the day. He asked the operating staff of the dam to ensure strict implementation of the safety measures governing the release of excess water from the reservoir downstream to prevent potential hazards to people living in the riverside habitations.

Source: The Hindu July 23, 2020 17:03 UTC