Malaprabha Dam is the shortest dam in
Karnataka. Situated in a narrow gorge called 'Peacock gorge,' the length of the dam is about 155 m. This dam is designed mainly to meet the drinking water requirements of the people of
Belgaum,
Dharwad,
Gadag, and
Bagalkot.
Malaprabha Dam is located 3 km from Saundatti Yellamma Temple. Saundattti in
Belgaum District is 38 km from Dharwad, 58 km from
Hubli and 112 km from Belgaum.
