Archive · 10 Aug 2025
Morbe Dam Water Levels Low; Navi Mumbai Urges Conservation
The Morbe Dam, which provides water to Navi Mumbai, has less water than last year.
As of early August 2024, the dam was less full than the same time last year.
Because of less rain in August, the water level has dropped and is causing worry about water shortages.
The authorities are asking everyone to save water.
The dam is expected to have enough water until April 2026, but water levels are still decreasing.
This means everyone needs to be careful about how much water they use to make sure there's enough.
Morbe Dam water levels in Navi Mumbai are significantly lower than last year, as of August 7, 2024.
The dam was only 11.73 percent full on August 7, 2024, compared to 12.23 percent the previous year.
Authorities urge residents to conserve water due to declining rainfall and lower dam levels.
The dam's current level is 84.27 meters, about two meters below last year's level at the same time.
Water availability in the Morbe dam is projected to last until April 21, 2026, despite the decline.
- Who
- Navi Mumbai residents and municipal authorities.
- What
- Morbe Dam water levels are lower than previous years, prompting water conservation efforts.
- When
- As of August 7, 2024.
- Where
- Navi Mumbai, India.
- Why
- Due to declining rainfall and lower dam levels.
Resident Concerns
Authorities' Actions
Water Supply
Resident Concerns
Residents are concerned about potential water shortages due to insufficient rainfall.
Authorities' Actions
Authorities are managing water resources to ensure supply.
- Dam Fullness (August 7, 2024)
- 11.73%
- Dam Fullness (Previous Year)
- 12.23%
- Filling Point
- 81.21%
- Dam Maximum Capacity
- 88 meters
- Current Dam Level
- 84.27 meters
- Projected Water Availability
- Until April 21, 2026