CMDA SMP PDFs Vol3 10 Maps
CMDA SMP PDFs Vol3 10 Maps is a set of Chennai Metropolitan area planning and water management maps included in a master plan volume. The maps show the Pallikkaranai Development Area alternatives proposed by NEERI, Chennai waterways and catchments, flood extents for 1975 and 1986, and major waterways and waterbodies within the Chennai Metropolitan Area.
What this document is
CMDA SMP PDFs Vol3 10 Maps is a map set in a master plan volume. It presents planning and environmental reference maps for the Chennai Metropolitan Area, including the Pallikkaranai Development Area, Chennai waterways, flood extents, catchment areas, and major waterbodies.
What it covers
The maps cover several different subjects that matter for land use and site context.
- Pallikkaranai Development Area proposed by NEERI for immediate development, with Alternative A and Alternative B.
- Study Area of 50 km2.
- PDA of 30 km2.
- PDA proposed for immediate development of 10 km2 by KBN Engineering.
- Alternative A, PDA proposed by NEERI for immediate development of 15 km2.
- Alternative B, PDA proposed by NEERI for Reserved Woody Area.
- Proposed Reservoir shown in Alternative B.
- Source noted as Review of E.I.A. of PDA by M/s. NEERI.
Chennai waterways and catchments
The map set also shows the wider drainage and water system around Chennai.
- City Boundary and Metropolitan Boundary.
- Catchment Boundary.
- Control Gates for Surplus Flows.
- Rivers, canals, tanks, towns or villages, and rainfall stations.
- Catchment areas listed as Upper 1, Upper 2, Upper 3, and Middle or Lower.
- Total catchment area shown as 808.
Another waterways map identifies named channels and drains, including:
- Captain Cotton Canal.
- Cooum River.
- North Buckingham Canal.
- Mambalam Drain.
- Otteri Nullah.
- Adyar River.
- Central Buckingham Canal.
- South Buckingham Canal.
Flood and waterbody context
The map set includes flood extent maps for 1975 and 1986 under the Chennai Waterways Project. These maps show flood extent, railway lines, national highways, city boundary, project area, and the Cooum River and Adyar River.
A further map shows major waterways and waterbodies in the Chennai Metropolitan Area. Its legend includes:
- CMA Boundary.
- City Boundary.
- Taluk Boundary.
- Village Boundary.
- National Highways.
- Railway Line.
- Water Bodies.
Who this may affect
This map set is useful for anyone checking land in or around Pallikkaranai, Sholinganallur, Velachery, Perumbakkam, Navalur, Uthandi, Kelambakkam, and other parts of the Chennai Metropolitan Area. It helps a buyer, owner, or professional understand whether a site falls within a development area, near marsh or waterbodies, inside a catchment, or in an area shown on historic flood extent maps.
This summary is generated from the source document to help you find what is relevant. The PDF above is authoritative. For advice on your own property, use LandLens One or speak to a qualified professional.
Common questions
Does this map set show Pallikkaranai development proposals?
Yes. It shows the Pallikkaranai Development Area, including Alternative A proposed by NEERI for immediate development and Alternative B proposed by NEERI for Reserved Woody Area.
Does this document include flood maps for Chennai?
Yes. It includes flood extent maps for 1975 and 1986 under the Chennai Waterways Project.
Can I use this to see whether land is near major waterways or waterbodies?
Yes. The maps identify waterways such as the Cooum River, Adyar River, Buckingham Canal sections, drains, tanks, and other major waterbodies within the Chennai Metropolitan Area.
Does the document give catchment area information?
Yes. It lists catchment areas for Upper 1, Upper 2, Upper 3, and Middle or Lower, with a total of 808.
