Reservoir · Tamil Nadu · India · CWC
Manimuthar
26.6% full
Total capacity
156 hm³
Live storage
156 hm³
River
Manimuthar
Basin
Tamiraparani
Primary use
irrigation
Operator
Tamil Nadu Water Resources Dept
Coordinates
8.653°N, 77.414°E
Last updated
2026-06-08
Current fill
26.6%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 Manimuthar
As of June 8, 2026, Manimuthar is filled to 26.6% of its total capacity, holding roughly 42 hm³ of water out of a maximum 156 hm³. At this level the reservoir is low.
Over the most recent week on record the fill level has held broadly steady (+0.0 pts).
Across the readings we hold for Manimuthar — 1 data points between June 8, 2026 and June 8, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 26.6% (June 8, 2026) to a high of 26.6% (June 8, 2026).
It is operated by Tamil Nadu Water Resources Dept primarily for irrigation. It lies within the Tamiraparani basin at 8.653°N, 77.414°E.
Key facts
- Current fill level
- 26.6%
- Water stored
- 42 hm³
- Total capacity
- 156 hm³
- 7-day change
- No change
- Primary use
- Irrigation
- River
- Manimuthar
- River basin
- Tamiraparani
- Operator
- Tamil Nadu Water Resources Dept
- Coordinates
- 8.653°N, 77.414°E
- Last updated
- June 8, 2026
Recent readings
| Date | Fill level | Volume (hm³) |
|---|---|---|
| 8 Jun 2026 | 26.6% | 42 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Manimuthar?
As of June 8, 2026, Manimuthar is at 26.6% of its capacity, holding approximately 42 hm³ of water, according to Tamil Nadu WRD data.
Is Manimuthar reservoir full?
No. As of June 8, 2026, Manimuthar is low at 26.6% of its capacity, so it is not full.
Is the water level at Manimuthar rising or falling?
The level at Manimuthar has been broadly stable over the latest week on record (0.0 points).
How much water can Manimuthar hold?
Manimuthar has a total capacity of 156 hm³.
Where is Manimuthar reservoir located?
Manimuthar is located in Tamil Nadu, India, within the Tamiraparani basin (coordinates 8.653°N, 77.414°E).
What is Manimuthar used for?
Manimuthar is used primarily for irrigation, and is managed by Tamil Nadu Water Resources Dept.