Hirakud Dam is built across the Mahanadi River, about 15 kilometres 9.3 mi from Sambalpur in the state of Odisha in India. Behind the dam extends a lake, Hirakud Reservoir, 55 km 34 mi long. It is one of the first major multipurpose river valley projects started after India`s independence. Location: 16.5 km from Sambalpur, Odisha Impounds: Mahanadi River Length: 4.8 km 3 mi main section; 25.8 km 16 mi entire dam
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