Existing Conservation Structures
Inventory and functionality assessment of Artificial Recharge Structures aimed at augmenting groundwater resources.
Total Structures
12,450Units
Verified Inventory
Gross Storage
4,500MCM
Total Capacity
Functional Status
88%Operational
Renovated (FY24)
3,200Units
Restored
Structure Composition
Distribution of conservation structures by type
Check Dams
45%Percolation Tanks
25%Farm Ponds
20%Recharge Shafts
10%Recharge Impact
Estimated annual recharge contribution (MCM) by structure type
Structure Inventory
Check Dams
Barriers built across small streams to reduce water flow velocity and promote infiltration.
Count5,602
Capacity1,200 MCM
StatusGood
Percolation Tanks
Artificially created surface water bodies submerged in highly permeable land areas.
Count3,112
Capacity1,800 MCM
StatusReview
Farm Ponds
Small tanks dug by farmers for harvesting rainwater and using it for critical irrigation.
Count2,490
Capacity900 MCM
StatusGood
Recharge Shafts
Bored holes used to replenish groundwater aquifers in areas with low permeability.
Count1,246
Capacity600 MCM
StatusActive