Heavy rains have boosted water storage in Satara district’s dams to over 85%, ensuring sufficient supply for drinking and farming needs. Farmers express relief; authorities report positive water management outcomes.
Satara | August 4, 2025: With widespread rainfall across Satara district since mid-May, the region’s major dams have recorded water storage levels averaging 85%, bringing a much-needed sigh of relief to farmers and residents alike. The continuous downpour has significantly improved water reserves, ensuring ample supply for both agricultural and drinking purposes for the rest of the year.
As a result of the heavy rainfall, several major and medium-scale projects have neared or reached full capacity. Authorities have been releasing water from overflowing dams into riverbeds to regulate levels, which temporarily led to localized flooding. However, the overall outcome has been positive, creating a wave of joy among the farming community as the looming threat of water scarcity has now subsided.
Current Status of Major Dams in Satara District:
- Koyna Dam: 87.020 TMC (82.68% full), receiving 5,261 cusecs
- Dhom Dam: 12.450 TMC (92.22% full), receiving 1,188 cusecs
- Dhom Balkawadi Dam: 3.650 TMC (89.46% full), receiving 502 cusecs
- Kanher Dam: 9.370 TMC (92.77% full), receiving 1,099 cusecs
- Urmodi Dam: 9.260 TMC (92.97% full), receiving 1,075 cusecs
- Tarli Dam: 5.080 TMC (86.84% full), receiving 1,162 cusecs
Additionally, medium-sized projects such as Yeralwadi, Ner, Ranand, Andhali, and Nagewadi have all reached 100% capacity. Other dams like Morna (69.77%), Uttarmand (69.19%), Mhow (80.55%), Hateghar (47.60%), and Wang-Marathwadi (73.68%) are also reporting healthy storage levels.
Officials have confirmed that the current water reserves will comfortably meet the year-round demand for drinking water and irrigation in the district. Farmers, who were previously anxious about water availability for the kharif season, are now optimistic and gearing up for a productive agricultural cycle.
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