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How To Reach Pick Up Dam

Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu, India:
Details of Pick Up Dam (Sathanur): The Pick Up Dam near Sathanur is a smaller, lesser-known, yet functionally important water structure on the Thenpennai River (or Pennaiyar River), located a short distance downstream from the main Sathanur Dam and Reservoir. Its official name or function might be a Regulator or an Anicut (check dam), but it is popularly called the Pick Up Dam because its main purpose is to "pick up" or divert the controlled water released from the main Sathanur Dam into the main irrigation canal systems (Left Bank Canal and Right Bank Canal). It ensures that the water flow is regulated and channeled efficiently for agricultural irrigation across the plains of Tiruvannamalai and adjacent areas. This structure is a critical component of the overall Sathanur Dam project's irrigation network. Unlike the main dam, which is a massive water storage facility with large tourist amenities, the Pick Up Dam is a functional engineering site. It often features a series of sluice gates and regulators that control the flow rate into the canals. The area around the Pick Up Dam is typically less crowded than the main dam and offers a clearer view of the river's immediate flow, making it a favorite spot for local fishermen and those seeking a quieter experience. It provides a practical and visual understanding of how a large-scale irrigation system operates and sustains agriculture in the region.

How to Reach

By Air: The nearest major airport is Chennai International Airport (MAA), approximately 180-200 KMS away. From the airport, follow the route for Sathanur Dam and then take the local road to the Pick Up Dam.

By Train: The nearest major railway station is Tiruvannamalai Railway Station (TNM), approximately 28 KMS away. From the station, take a local bus or cab towards Sathanur and then proceed to the Pick Up Dam area.

By Road: The dam is located about 28 KMS from Tiruvannamalai City and only about 7-10 Kms from the main Sathanur Dam and reservoir area. It is easily accessible by car or bike via the main road (Polur Road) and a short deviation to the village of Keelamanjanoor. Self-driving or hiring a taxi is the easiest method.

By Local Transport: Hire an auto-rickshaw or taxi from Tiruvannamalai for the round trip. Local buses ply the main road, but you will need to walk or hire a local transport for the last few kilometers from the bus stop.

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