Reservoir · Tamil Nadu · India · CWC
Chembarampakkam
73.9% full
Total capacity
103 hm³
Live storage
103 hm³
River
Adayar
Basin
Chennai
Primary use
irrigation and chennai water supply
Operator
Tamil Nadu Water Resources Dept
Coordinates
13.000°N, 80.081°E
Last updated
2026-07-02
Current fill
73.9%vs 7 days ago
0.0%stable
vs 1 year ago
N/A7-day trend
→stable
Weekly storage
Fill history — multi-year
About this reservoir
Data source
official
Storage data: CWC (Central Water Commission) Weekly Storage Bulletin, India.
Catchment Weather
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About Chembarampakkam
As of July 2, 2026, Chembarampakkam is filled to 73.9% of its total capacity, holding roughly 76 hm³ of water out of a maximum 103 hm³. At this level the reservoir is within its normal operating range.
Over the most recent week on record the fill level has held broadly steady (+0.0 pts).
Across the readings we hold for Chembarampakkam — 1 data points between July 2, 2026 and July 2, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 73.9% (July 2, 2026) to a high of 73.9% (July 2, 2026).
It is operated by Tamil Nadu Water Resources Dept primarily for irrigation and chennai water supply. It lies within the Chennai basin at 13.000°N, 80.081°E.
Key facts
- Current fill level
- 73.9%
- Water stored
- 76 hm³
- Total capacity
- 103 hm³
- 7-day change
- No change
- Primary use
- Irrigation and chennai water supply
- River
- Adayar
- River basin
- Chennai
- Operator
- Tamil Nadu Water Resources Dept
- Coordinates
- 13.000°N, 80.081°E
- Last updated
- July 2, 2026
Recent readings
| Date | Fill level | Volume (hm³) |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Jul 2026 | 73.9% | 76 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Chembarampakkam?
As of July 2, 2026, Chembarampakkam is at 73.9% of its capacity, holding approximately 76 hm³ of water, according to Tamil Nadu WRD data.
Is Chembarampakkam reservoir full?
No. As of July 2, 2026, Chembarampakkam is within its normal operating range at 73.9% of its capacity, so it is not full.
Is the water level at Chembarampakkam rising or falling?
The level at Chembarampakkam has been broadly stable over the latest week on record (0.0 points).
How much water can Chembarampakkam hold?
Chembarampakkam has a total capacity of 103 hm³.
Where is Chembarampakkam reservoir located?
Chembarampakkam is located in Tamil Nadu, India, within the Chennai basin (coordinates 13.000°N, 80.081°E).
What is Chembarampakkam used for?
Chembarampakkam is used primarily for irrigation and chennai water supply, and is managed by Tamil Nadu Water Resources Dept.