| Sothuparai Dam | |
|---|---|
  Location in Tamil Nadu | |
| Country | India |
| Location | Theni |
| Coordinates | 10°07′51″N 77°27′50″E / 10.13083°N 77.46389°E |
| Status | Operational |
| Owner(s) | Tamil Nadu |
| Operator(s) | Tamil Nadu |
| Dam and spillways | |
| Impounds | Varaha River |
| Height | 57m |
The Sothuparai Dam is a dam across the Varaha River in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is located 12 km from the town of Periyakulam in Theni district.[1]
Sothupari dam is one among the highest dams in Tamil Nadu. It is located at the backside of Periyakulam city. It is constructed across the river Varaganadhi (A tributary of River Vaigai) and located 12 km from Periyakulam. The height of the dam is 57 m. Its length is 345 m and the total catchment area is 357 Acre. The agricultural lands belonging to Thenkarai (817 Acre) and Thamaraikulam village (223 Acre) are benefitted by this Dam.
- ^ Staff Reporter. "Sothuparai dam continues to surplus thanks to rain". The Hindu.