Siruvani Dam is located in the Western Ghats, near the town of Palakkad, Kerala. It is an important source of drinking water for the city of Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The dam is constructed across the Siruvani River in 1984, which originates in the Western Ghats. The river is renowned for its crystal-clear water, which is said to have a unique taste due to the presence of minerals in the region.