Chhattisgarh
Breach of Luti Reservoir in Chhattisgarh
- 04 Sep 2025
- 2 min read
Why in News?
A breach in the Luti (Satbahini) reservoir in Dhaneshpur village of Chhattisgarh’s Balrampur district caused a flash flood, resulting in fatalities, injuries, and significant property damage.
Key Points
- About: The Luti Dam, also known as the Luti (Satbahini) reservoir, is a small dam located in Dhaneshpur village near Vishramnagar in Balrampur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
- It was constructed in the early 1980s and served as a key water source for local irrigation and agriculture.
- Reports indicated concerns over dam leakage and structural integrity for several years, but recent intense monsoon rains overwhelmed the aging infrastructure.
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Key Details About Luti Dams |
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Attribute |
Detail |
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Name |
Luti Dam |
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Purpose |
Irrigation |
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River |
Upka Nala |
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Nearest City |
Surajpur |
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District |
Surguja |
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Basin |
Ganga |
Flash Flood
- Definition: Flash floods are sudden increases in water levels during or immediately after intense rainfall. They are highly localized and short-lived events, typically occurring within 6 hours of rainfall.
- Causes: Flash floods are primarily caused by intense rainfall that overwhelms the soil’s absorption capacity and drainage systems.
- Apart from heavy rain, flash floods can also result from rapid snowmelt due to sudden temperature rise, dam or levee breaches, ice or debris jams, and sudden glacial lake outbursts.
- Additionally, urbanisation with impervious surfaces like roads and buildings increases runoff, reducing water absorption and intensifying flood risks.
- Examples: Himachal 2023, Uttarakhand 2013, and Mumbai 2005 each caused by intense rain, leading to heavy loss of life and property.
