Nashik Dams 92% Full After Monsoon
Nashik dams fill up, water storage crosses 92%. Gangapur Dam 88.67% full.

Nashik district's dams have accumulated satisfactory water levels after the monsoon season. The Gangapur Dam, which supplies water to Nashik city, currently holds 88.67% of its capacity, with 4,992 MCM of water stored out of a total capacity of 5,630 MCM.
The Gangapur Dam complex, comprising Gangapur, Kashyapi, Gautami-Godavari, and Alandi dams, has a water storage of 9,389 MCM, which is 92.36% of its total capacity of 10,166 MCM. This represents an increase of 1,077 MCM in storage compared to the previous year.
Other major dams in the district, such as Chanakapur, Haranbari, Kelzar, and Nagsarka, are filled to their full capacity. The administration is constantly monitoring water storage levels to ensure a secure water supply for the coming months.
Across the 26 major dams in Nashik district, the available water storage is 64,980 MCM, which is 92.01% of the total capacity of 70,619 MCM. The district has recorded an additional 16,551 MCM of water storage compared to last year.
The water levels in other major dams are as follows: Kashyapi Dam is 96.87% full, Gautami-Godavari is 95.66% full, Alandi is 100% full, Palkhed Complex is 90.08% full, Darna Dam is 88.82% full, and Nandur Madhmeshwar is 89.49% full.
The satisfactory water levels accumulated in the dams during the monsoon season are expected to provide a secure water supply for the coming months. The district administration's efforts to monitor and manage water storage levels have paid off, ensuring a steady supply of water to the residents of Nashik.
The increased water storage in the dams is a result of the good rainfall received in the district during the monsoon season. The district administration is taking steps to ensure that the water supply is managed efficiently and that the residents of Nashik have access to clean and safe drinking water.
In conclusion, the water storage levels in Nashik district's dams are satisfactory, and the district is expected to have a secure water supply for the coming months. The administration's efforts to monitor and manage water storage levels have been successful, and the residents of Nashik can expect a steady supply of water.
The increased water storage in the dams is also expected to benefit the agricultural sector, as farmers will have access to sufficient water for irrigation. The district administration is taking steps to ensure that the water supply is managed efficiently and that the farmers have access to the water they need.
Overall, the satisfactory water levels in Nashik district's dams are a positive development, and the district is expected to have a secure water supply for the coming months.
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level in Gangapur Dam?
The Gangapur Dam is currently 88.67% full, with 4,992 MCM of water stored.
What is the total water storage in Nashik district's dams?
The total water storage in Nashik district's dams is 64,980 MCM, which is 92.01% of the total capacity of 70,619 MCM.