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Pakistan largest dam – Tarbela Dam – full capacity was confirmed as the Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) reported the reservoir had reached its maximum conservation level of 1,550 feet, holding 5.7268 million acre-feet (MAF) of water.
According to a WAPDA spokesperson, water inflow from the Indus River at Tarbela stood at 268,300 cusecs, while the outflow was recorded at 238,900 cusecs, ensuring regulated water release downstream.
At Mangla Dam, the water level has climbed to 1,217.45 feet, approximately 74.5% of its total capacity of 1,242 feet, with current storage at 5.423 MAF. Inflows from the Jhelum River were measured at 38,600 cusecs, with outflows maintained at 7,000 cusecs for balanced management.
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Meanwhile, Chashma Barrage recorded an inflow of 403,500 cusecs and an outflow of 351,600 cusecs, with a minor storage of 0.094 MAF.
Collectively, the country’s water reserves have reached 11.245 MAF, providing relief for irrigation and power generation.
Flood situation updates indicate the Indus River is experiencing a high flood at Guddu Barrage, a medium flood at Taunsa and Sukkur, and low flood levels at Kalabagh and Chashma.
Downstream of Kotri Barrage, flows remain below the low flood threshold, with authorities continuing to monitor conditions.
