Anjunem Dam

Anjunem Dam is a gravity masonry irrigation dam located on the Costi Nadi river in Sattari Taluka, North Goa, approximately 10 km from Sanquelim town along the Sanquelim-Belgaum highway. Completed in 1989, it serves as a vital water source for agriculture and drinking water in the region. The reservoir is surrounded by dense forests and hills of the Western Ghats, making it a scenic spot for nature enthusiasts, particularly during and after the monsoon season.

Visitors can expect a serene natural setting with a large water reservoir backed by lush green hills and misty landscapes, especially during the monsoon. Designated viewing points offer safe vantage spots for photography and sightseeing. The area is peaceful and relatively undeveloped, with limited commercial facilities directly at the site. Access to the top of the dam structure may be restricted for security reasons, but the surrounding reservoir area provides ample opportunities to enjoy the scenery.

Construction of the Anjunem Irrigation Project was completed in 1989 by the Water Resources Department of Goa to harness mountain runoff from the Western Ghats. It was designed to irrigate thousands of hectares of agricultural land in Sattari and Bicholim talukas and provide drinking water to surrounding villages. Canal renovations were undertaken in phases during 2006-2008.

The dam supports the rural agrarian economy of North Goa by sustaining cashew plantations, areca nut groves, paddy fields, and vegetable farming. The reservoir has become an emerging eco-tourism destination that local communities view as having potential for sustainable development and employment generation while preserving the region's biodiversity.