Thabbowa Tank
The Tabbowa (Thabbowa, Thabbova, Tabbova) Wewa is a ancient
irrigation system in the Mee (Mi) Oya basin, constructed by damming
the Nanneri Oya, a major tributary of the Mee Oya , for irrigation
purposes. The reservoir was restored between 1913-1925 and then again
in 1969.
Thabbowa
is an ancient irrigation system in the Mee Oya basin. There is not much
evidence on its construction and past. However it is believed built by
King Kawantissa.
Irrespective of the time in which it was built, Thabbowa Wewa holds a timeless
significance as an irrigation lifeline. R. L. Brohier has quoted from a chronical
from ancient Sath Korale on Thabbowa.
Accrding
to RL Brohier
"Maha
Thabbowa 12 cubits deep, Capacity 350 Amunu (app 875 acres) two sluices,
There are 18 neglected villages on the catchment, 108 neglected villages
and 32 abandoned temples along the bund……" Ancient
Irrigation Work of Ceylon, RL Brohier [pp42]...
Specifications
of Thabbowa Tank
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Catchment
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384 Sq.
Km.
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Length
of Dam
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1910 m.
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Height
of Dam
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9 m.
|
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Capacity
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19 millions
cu. m
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Primary Source : http://www.mahaweli.gov.lk
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Created : June 20, 2009
Updated :
June 20, 2009
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