The water level at Mangla Dam has reached 1136.30 feet, which is 86 feet above its dead level of 1050 feet, and continues to rise due to increased inflows, according to the Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA).
Officials highlighted that this upward trend is a promising sign for agriculture and power generation, especially as Pakistan deals with persistent water shortages and energy crises.
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WAPDA stated that the dam’s maximum storage capacity is 1242 feet, and as of Tuesday, the usable water reserves have climbed to 1.213 million acre-feet (MAF)—a notable improvement compared to recent weeks when the reservoir neared its dead level due to insufficient rainfall.
Current water inflows stand at 44,300 cusecs, while outflows are measured at 32,000 cusecs. Authorities attributed the increase in inflows to recent rainfall and upstream water contributions.
A WAPDA spokesperson emphasized that the improved water levels are vital for meeting Kharif crop demands and sustaining hydroelectric output. “We’re hopeful the current trend will continue,” the official added.
Earlier in the season, dangerously low water levels in the dam had raised concerns about irrigation supplies and electricity generation, particularly in Punjab and northern regions of the country.
