Name of the Dam: Upper Jonk (NRLD No: OR10HH0151 )

River Basin: Mahanadi River Sub-Basin: Tel Constructed over: Jonk River
Year of Commencement: 1995 Year of Completion: 2005

Salient Feature:
1. Location 2. Hydrology 3. Reservoir
Latitude 20°41’00’’ Catchment Area 342 sq.km FRL 354.1 m
Longitude 82°26’30’’ Design Flood 3555 cumecs MWL 354.1 m
village Patora Free Board 3.5 m DSL 343.5 m
Block/ Tahasil Nuapada Gross storage 73.83 MM3
District Nuapada Dead storage 9.49 MM3
64L/5,64L/
Reference Toposheet Live storage 64.34 MM3
6,64L/7
Nearest Railway station/Airport Nuapada Road Top Level of Dam 357.6 m
Distance from District Head Qrs. 18 km Water Spread Area 10.85 sq.km
Deepest bed level of river 328.75 m

4. Main Dam 5. Spillway 6. Ayacut Area

Homogeneous
Type of Dam Type Ogee GCA 11670 Ha
Earth Fill
Length of Dam 647 m Position of spillway Left side of Dam CCA 9920 Ha
Maximum Height 28.1 m Length of Spillway 117 m Intensity of Khariff Irrigation 95%
Deepest Foundation Level of Dam 326.5 m Crest Level of Spillway 345.6 m Intensity of Rabi Irrigation 36%
Radial,7 nos,
Top Width of Dam 6m Type, No and Size of gates Annual Intensity of Irrigation 131%
(12m*8.50 m)
Seismic Zone II Design discharge of Spillway 3555 cumecs

7. Distribution System 8. Purpose of the Project

Right Main Canal Left Main Canal Irrigation Yes
Head discharge 8.7 cumecs Head discharge 2.29 cumecs Hydro Power N/A
1
1no(1.50m*2.00
No. and size of H.R. vents nos(2.5m*2.0m No. and size of H.R. vents Flood Control N/A
m)
)
Sill level of HR 341.71m Sill level of HR 343.5 m Multi Purpose N/A
Assessment of the Health Status of the Dam by: Pre Monsoon Report on 16.04.2021

Dam Component Observation Remedial Measures Suggested Action Taken Remarks

Seepage Measurement on the This value seems to be very high. However, it Suggested
day of inspection-12 litres per may be compared with the past seepage history through
second for the particular dam. The quantum of seepage DHARMA
Seepage Measurement Maximum may also be compared with the reservoir level and
Seepage
since last June-25 litres per the turbidity of seepage water may also be
Measurement
second checked. If any irregularity is noticed, then the
Seepage Measurement Minimum cause may be ascertained and necessary steps
since last June -12 litres per may be taken urgently. This office may be
second consulted, if necessary.
Upstream slope riprap is intact. Earth dam is in good condition
Longitudinal & Transverse drains
are free flowing. Downstream
Earth Dam
slope is free from vegetation and
bushes .No animal burrows and
seepage is noticed.
Ogee type spillway is provided.
Spillway& Energy Gates are properly functioning.
Dissipation Steel surface painting are in good Spillway & Energy Dissipation Arrangements are
Arrangements condition. No erosion is noticed in in good condition.
tail water channel.
Two no of head regulators have
Head Regulator been provided. H/R gates are in Head Regulator is in good condition.
functional stage.
Rain gauge, V-notch is installed &
Instrumentation
is properly functioning. No repair work is needed.
Not prepared O&M Manual pattern are already available.It may
O&M Manual
be prepared and implemented.
Emergency Not prepared Dam owners are required to prepare the EAP
Action Plan within 5 years from the date of enactment of the
(EAP) Dam Safety Act, 2021.
 To ensure safety and security the Dam Security
personals be posted. To prevent access of cattle
and personnel on the D/S face of the dam.
Necessary fencing / barriers may be provided.
Security Sign boards and entry gate are to be erected at
Arrangement dam site for restriction of passers-by and
photography. Access of the cattle to the d/s face
of the dam should be prevented. Inspection path
along the d/s toe should be provided for entire
length of the dam
High water levels observed in the past may be
marked for proper reference in future. There
should be required number of maintenance
persons posted who are trained for the upkeep of
Dam and its appurtenant structures. A shelter for
Basic Facilities
the maintenance personnel may be provided on
right bank of the dam. Pre and post monsoon
inspections are to be carried out. It is suggested
that the State engineers shall be specially trained
for carrying out inspections.
Sources of Potential for tourism especially wild life related
Secondary tourism and recreational fishing can be
Revenue explored for secondary revenue generation.
Generation

General Assessment: