This might be due to the presence of the dam in a forest area where a number of tigers lived.

The small waterfall created by the flowing river water from the other side of the dam is purely a delight to the eyes.

Skilled masons from Odisha, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh were brought in for the construction work.

[2][3] Lands north of Gobichettipalayam are irrigated by Thadapalli channel and cultivation of sugarcane and paddy are predominant in this area.

The park, associated play area and coracle rides are the main attractions.