| Dhurwa Dam | |
| Name Official: | Dhurwa Dam |
| Location Map: | India |
| Location Map Caption: | Location of the Dhurwa Dam in India |
| Coordinates: | 23.2914°N 85.2566°W |
| Country: | India |
| Location: | Dhurwa, Ranchi, Jharkhand |
| Status: | Operational |
| Owner: | JUIDCO |
| Dam Type: | Earthfill |
| Dam Height: | 300NaN0 |
| Dam Length: | 45250NaN0 |
| Dam Crosses: | Subarnarekha River |
| Spillway Count: | 1 |
| Spillway Type: | Ogee |
| Res Name: | Dhurwa Reservoir |
| Res Capacity Total: | 1.37km3 |
| Res Capacity Active: | 0.44km3 |
| Res Surface: | 33.50NaN0 |
The Dhurwa Dam (hi|धुर्वा बाँध Dhurvā Bāndh), officially known as Hatia Dam, is a significant dam on the Subarnarekha River in Ranchi, Jharkhand.
Completed in 1963 with Russian assistance, it provides around 9.5 million gallons of drinking water daily to Ranchi and its surrounding areas, with 8.5 million gallons for the city and 1 million gallons for Heavy Engineering Corporation Ltd (HEC). The dam also supports the proposed Ranchi Smart City, aiming to supply an additional 12 million liters of water. However, it faces challenges, particularly during summer when water levels drop significantly.[1] [2] [3]
Managed by the Jharkhand Urban Infrastructure Development Company (JUIDCO), the Dhurwa Dam has a reservoir capacity of about 1.37 km3, crucial for domestic use and irrigation. The dam not only plays a vital role in the local economy but also attracts tourists for its scenic beauty and recreational opportunities. It provides a serene environment for visitors to enjoy picnics and nature walks. While ongoing water scarcity raises concerns about meeting the growing urban population's demands, the Jharkhand government has proposed linking additional water sources to ensure a reliable supply for both current residents and future developments.[4]