Upper Kolab Dam and Garden | Koraput

Upper Kolab Dam & power generation
At one end of the Jeypore town there is a water reserve which stores water coming out of the power generation unit of upper Kolab Dam. This water reserve is a favorite area for morning walkers. To feed this 4 x 80 MW power station there is a huge water reserve at the top of the hill known as Upper Kolab Dam. After travelling 10 KM from Jaypore town towards Koraput there is a right turn and from here the water reserve is 8 KM. After taking right turn from main road travel 2 KM and then take right turn. Further 2 KM from here take left turn and dam will be at 3 KM from here. ( total 8 KM from main road ). Boating facility is available here. There is an entry fee of Rs 10 per person, Kids from 5 to 12 year is Rs 5. Two wheeler entry fee is Rs 5 , four wheeler / LMV is Rs 10 bus and heavy vehicles are charged Rs 50/-. The entry is open from 9 AM to 7.30 PM all the days.Kolab Botanical Garden stands beside the Majestic Kolab reservoir is ideal for weekend picnic for people all over the district. This place is highly admired for its scenic beauty, attracting tourists for weekend picnic and boating. Kolab Botanical Garden stands beside the Majestic Kolab reservoir is ideal for weekend picnic for people all over the district. This place is highly admired for its scenic beauty, attracting tourists for weekend picnic and boating. The well maintained botanical garden has over 200 varieties of flowering plants. Even the night view of the reservoir is worth experiencing.