Sources at Khanpur Dam have reported a significant drop in the water level, which now stands at 1928.79 feet—well below the dam’s full capacity of 1982 feet. The current water inflow is limited to just 26 cusecs, while the outflow has reached 148 cusecs. This imbalance has prompted authorities to implement urgent water conservation measures.
Officials confirmed that the supply of irrigation water has been suspended for the past three days. This step aligns with established legal and operational procedures designed to manage water shortages, particularly during times of low inflow. The reduced inflow is primarily due to changing weather conditions and insufficient rainfall in the dam’s catchment areas.
Despite the halt in irrigation, the dam authorities have assured the public that the drinking water supply to Rawalpindi and Islamabad remains unaffected. Ensuring uninterrupted access to drinking water for the twin cities has been designated a top priority to meet essential needs.
The dam administration continues to monitor the situation closely and plans to restore irrigation services once water inflow stabilizes. In the meantime, farmers who depend on the dam for agricultural purposes are being urged to conserve water and explore alternative sources to cope with the temporary disruption.
Situated on the Haro River near Khanpur in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Khanpur Dam is a vital resource for both domestic and agricultural water supply in the region.
