Istanbul Dams See Water Levels Drop: ISKI Warns of Decreasing Reserves
Istanbul, June 30 – As summer temperatures rise and water consumption increases, Istanbul’s vital dam basins are experiencing a noticeable decline in water levels. According to official data from the Istanbul Water and Sewerage Administration (ISKI) on June 30, the general occupancy rate of the dams has fallen to 64.01%, a decrease of 0.59% from the previous day’s 64.6%.
This downward trend in water reserves, observed at the beginning of the summer season, highlights the critical importance of water conservation for the upcoming months of July and August. ISKI officials continue to issue calls for residents to use water sparingly.
Current Dam Levels as of June 30:
ISKI’s official data for June 30 indicates that the average occupancy rate of the dams supplying water to Istanbul has dropped to 64.1%.
Detailed Dam Occupancy Rates:
- Ömerli Dam: 90%
- Darlık Dam: 82.15%
- Elmalı Dam: 89.37%
- Terkos Dam: 52.33%
- Alibey Dam: 60.06%
- Büyükçekmece Dam: 46.54%
- Sazlıdere Dam: 38.89%
- Istrancalar Dam: 26.43%
- Kazandere Dam: 43.53%
- Pabuçdere Dam: 39.41%
Experts Call for Water Conservation
ISKI officials state that the current dam occupancy rates are sufficient to meet Istanbul’s short-term water needs. However, due to the high summer temperatures and increased daily water consumption, citizens are urged to avoid waste and practice water conservation. The administration emphasizes the need for a conscious approach to water usage.
Residents can continue to monitor real-time changes in Istanbul’s dam levels, rainfall reports, and ISKI water outage lists through ISKI’s official channels.
