Dams in Maharashtra are constructed on several rivers flowing across the state which include the Mula, Bhima and Godavari and a number of other rivers. These dams are erected on different rivers flowing through the state in order to cater to the drinking water requirements of the people living in closely located towns where the availability of pure drinking water is very scarce. Some of the dams of Maharashtra are located amidst a suitable natural setting, thus attracting tourists from different places. There are hydroelectric power plants located at some of the Dams in this Indian state where hydro electricity is generated.

One of the notable dams in the state of Maharashtra is the Mula Dam. This dam is situated at a village by the name of Baragaon Nandur. The reservoir of the Mula Dam is known as Dnayneshwar Sagar which holds about 26 TMC water. This dam of Maharashtra was constructed with the aim of supplying drinking water to the closely located towns like Ahmednagar and Rahuri. Also known as Dnyaneshwarsagar Dam, the Mula Dam is one of the major sources of water in the district of Ahmednagar in Maharashtra. This dam was erected in the year 1974 and it is the biggest dam in Ahmednagar. The Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidhyapeeth is a famous teaching institution, situated in close proximity to this dam. The Mula Dam site is one of the renowned places of attractions in the state because of its scenic surrounding. Suitable amenities for the visiting tourists to this site like rest houses and restaurants are abundantly available.

Another major dam in the state of Maharashtra is the Koyna Dam. This is one of the largest dams of the state and it is located in Koyna Nagar, nestled in the Western Ghats. Jaikwadi Dam or the Nath Sagar is situated very close to Paithan, which lies at a distance of about 50 kilometers from Aurangabad district, Maharashtra. This dam in Maharashtra is constructed on the Godavari River and is placed at a distance of around 110 kilometers from Ahmednagar. The Jaikwadi Dam spreads over an area of about 1300 km². This dam supplies water to the city of Aurangabad and generates ample hydroelectric power. The power station is situated at the foot of dam that is generating around 12 MW power with reversible type generator installed. The generator of Jaikwadi Dam is from the FUJI Company of Japan. Another known dam in Maharashtra is the Ujani Dam, which is built on the Bhima River. Ujani dam is situated in the Indapur Taluka of Pune. It possesses a vast catchment area. The backwaters of this dam cover a large area and the dam is regarded as one of the suitable tourist destinations of Maharashtra. Most of water in Ujani Dam cannot be used for water supply and irrigation purpose and water from other dams like Khadakwasala, Panshet, Varasgao, Pawana and Mulshi flow into the Ujani Dam.

One of the well-known dams in India situated in the state of Maharashtra is the Mulshi Dam. It is located in the Taluka Mulshi administrative division of the district of Pune. This dam is built over the Mula River. Water from this dam in Maharashtra is used for the purpose of irrigation. The Tata Power Company LTD operates the Mulshi Dam for producing electricity at the closely located Bhira hydroelectric power plant. The power station maneuvers six 25MW Pelton turbines which were established in the year 1927. The power generated by the power station of Mulshi Dam is mainly supplied to the capital city of Maharashtra, i.e. Mumbai.

The Kolkewadi Damor is situated in the Konkan region of Maharashtra. The Kolkewadi Dam is a vital part of the Koyna Dam hydroelectric project. The Kolkewadi Dam benefits the extended region of Kolkiwadi, three kilometers close to the village of Alore, near Chiplun. The popular company, Alstrom operates in close proximity to the Kolkewadi Dam. The Maharashtra State Electricity Board, also known as the MSEB, caters to the electricity requirements of the dam. The space behind the Kolkewadi dam is one of the most sparsely populated regions of the state of Maharashtra. One of the prominent dams of Maharashtra is the Radhanagari Dam. This dam was built by the decree of Shahu Maharaj, the ruler of the state of Kolhapur. This dam mainly supplies water to the district of Kolhapur. It is erected over the River Bhogawati. The Radhanagari Dam is almost a century old dam, mainly used for the purpose of irrigation and for the generation of power. The dam is 1037 meters in length, covering an area of around 11000 hectares of wooded hills around it. There is a hydroelectric project set up at Radhanagari Dam with a capacity of 10 MW. The nearest railway station to the site of the Radhanagari Dam is Kolhapur and the nearest airport is Belgaum.

Panshet Dam is another major dam in Maharashtra which was erected about 40 years back for the purpose of irrigation in Pune. Bhatsa Dam is constructed on the Bhatsa and Chorna rivers. This dam is one of the major sources of water in the district of Thane in Maharashtra. The Bhatsa Lake is regarded as the leading sources of water supply in the city of Mumbai. This dam of Maharashtra is a multipurpose project, which helps in the irrigation of agricultural lands and generation of hydro electricity. The height of this dam is around 89 meters and its length is 959 meters. The submergence area of this dam is 3070 hectares and the power generation capacity is 15 MW. Another dam in Maharashtra is the Vaitarna Dam flows across the district of Thane. This dam is segregated into three parts. As per the flow of the Vaitarna River, the three parts of this dam are Upper Vaitarna Dam, Lower Vaitarna Dam and Middle Vaitarna Dam. The Upper Vaitarna Dam is a scenic dam site, situated at a distance of about 20 kilometers from Khodala in Thane district. The Vaitarna Dam is regarded as the major source of water in the city of Mumbai. A gigantic lake is encircled with thick woods forming the major attractions of the area. Another known dam in this state is the Pawna Dam which was constructed across the River Pawna and is situated in close proximity to Lonavala. This is a huge dam, situated amidst the places like Lohgad, Visapur, Tikona and Tung. The vicinity of the dam area is famous a one of the most renowned tourist destination and the ferry services across the dam caters to the transportation of tourists.

Among several dams in Maharashtra, Bhandardara Dam is one of the prominent dams of the state. This dam is constructed over the Arthur Lake in the district of Ahmednagar. Bhandardara Dam was built in the year 1926 and is noted for its tourism value. One of the best past time for the visiting tourists to the Bhandardara Dam site is nature watching, as a result of its panoramic landscape. This dam is also reputed as one of the oldest dams in Asia, erected at an elevation of 750 meters from mean sea level. The major attraction is the Umbrella Falls, which offers the visitors with a breathtaking sight. Another waterfall by the name of Randha falls is situated at a distance of about 11 kilometers from this dam. One can easily get to the Bhandardara Dam from Nasik, which is 70 kilometers away from the dam. The airport at Mumbai is close to this dam and the nearest railhead is at Igatpuri located on Central Railway at a distance of about 45 kilometers from the site of the dam. The Nandur Madhmeshwar Dam is an ongoing project by the Maharashtra Government. It is sited at Sinchai Bhavan on the Barne Road in Pune. The primary purpose for the construction of the Nandur Madhmeshwar Dam is to provide water for irrigation. The expected cost for building this dam is around Rs. 207.00 crores.

Yeldari Dam, constructed on the Purna River is a small hydelpower station and afterwards, the dam was renovated and developed as a gigantic reservoir and also suitable tourist attraction in the district of Jintur Taluqa in Maharashtra. Another dam by the name of the Manair Dam is built on the River Manair which is a tributary to Godavari River and is the entry point into the town of Karimnagar from Hyderabad. The Girna Dam in the state of Maharashtra is located in the district of Nasik, which is drained by two chief rivers, the Girna and the Godavari along with their tributaries. This dam is situated in the watershed of the Girna River. The Satmala range divides the catchment area of these two rivers. A number of small Konkan Rivers draining westwards into the Arabian Sea also flows in close proximity to the Girna Dam. The site of this dam is to the south of Cherai village. The River Girna flows towards the east along a wide bed and high banks in certain parts, however, low enough to admit the use of water for irrigation. The main purpose for the construction of the Girna Dam is to collect the water of the river for irrigation purpose, especially in the rainy season. The Chaskaman Hydro Power Plant is a 3 MW power station located at Chaskaman Dam on the River Bhima, close to Rajgurunagar in Maharashtra.

One of the notable dams in Maharashtra is the Wilson Dam, which was constructed in the year 1910 across the Pravara River. The site of this dam is a favourable spot for picnicking. It is located 150 meters above sea level and hordes of tourists frequent this place from all corners of the country. The cool and pleasant waters of the river flow along the miles. This is an ideal place to go for an outing. Other than being a holiday spot, the Randha Falls are also widely used for hydropower generation. Thus, the dams in Maharashtra act as the main source of water for different cities, towns and villages in the state. These dams also hold some of the hydroelectric power plants where electricity is generated. The scenic beauty of the site of these dams in the state also provides an option of a suitable getaway.