Neelum Valley

Neelum Jhelum Dam

Major hydropower dam on the Neelum–Jhelum project route.

Neelum Jhelum Dam quick facts

Height above sea level: 3,350 ft; about 1,020 m
Nearest city: Muzaffarabad; 41 km (about 1 to 1.5 hours by road)
Summer (Jun–Aug): 20°C to 34°C
Winter (Dec–Feb): 2°C to 14°C

Famous for

The 60 m high diversion dam at Nauseri for the 969 MW Neelum–Jhelum Hydropower Project, completed in 2018. It sends Neelum River water through tunnels to a powerhouse at Chattar Kalas on the Jhelum River.

Temperatures are typical seasonal ranges. Mountain weather changes quickly, so check the forecast before you travel.

About Neelum Jhelum Dam

Quick facts

Height above sea level: 3,350 ft (about 1,020 m)
Nearest city: Muzaffarabad — 41 km (about 1 to 1.5 hours by road)
Summer (Jun–Aug): 20°C to 34°C
Winter (Dec–Feb): 2°C to 14°C

Famous for: The 60 m high diversion dam at Nauseri for the 969 MW Neelum–Jhelum Hydropower Project, completed in 2018. It sends Neelum River water through tunnels to a powerhouse at Chattar Kalas on the Jhelum River.

Neelum Jhelum Dam is a landmark stop on tours through Azad Kashmir’s Neelum Valley.