Iranian dams only use 44 percent of capacity, 56 percent unfilled
Date
12/3/2024 8:46:58 AM
(MENAFN) Iran is currently facing challenges in efficiently utilizing its water resources, with 44 percent of its dam capacity being used, while 56 percent remains unfilled, according to official reports. Despite having 22.66 billion cubic meters of stored water in its dams, only a fraction of the potential capacity is being tapped for use. This reflects ongoing difficulties in managing the country’s water reserves amid changing weather patterns and water demand.
In the first 70 days of the current water year, which started in late September, 3.25 billion cubic meters of water entered the country’s dams. This represents a six percent decrease compared to the same period last year when 3.45 billion cubic meters were recorded. This decline in inflows adds to the challenges of maintaining water availability for various needs, including agriculture, industry, and drinking water.
During this period, Iran released 5.15 billion cubic meters of water from its dams to meet the demands of drinking water, agriculture, industry, and environmental requirements. This is a slight reduction of two percent from the 5.27 billion cubic meters released during the same time last year, indicating some degree of conservation but also highlighting the ongoing need for water management.
Despite the lower inflows, Iran’s dam reservoirs have seen an improvement in their water storage levels. As of December 1, 2024, the country’s water reserves stood at 22.66 billion cubic meters, an 11 percent increase compared to 20.35 billion cubic meters on the same date in 2023. This increase in storage, while positive, emphasizes the continued challenges Iran faces in balancing water distribution and usage across the country.
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