Africa-Press – Namibia. The Namibia Water Corporation (NamWater) has reported a slight decline in the country’s overall surface water storage levels, despite dams still holding strong volumes after a good rainy season.
This is according to the utility’s latest dam bulletin released on Monday.
National dam levels dropped from 85.7% to 85.3% over the past week, translating to a reduction of 5.597 million cubic metres (Mm3) in stored water.
The total volume across Namibia’s dams currently stands at 1 327.8Mm3, down from 1 333.4Mm3 recorded on 14 July.
NamWater spokesperson Lot Ndamanomhata says the gradual decline was expected as seasonal inflows begin to taper off.
“While key dams remain in a strong position following good rains, strategic water management remains essential to ensure long-term supply security,” says Ndamanomhata.
He urges stakeholders, including the public, municipalities and industries, to maintain efficient and responsible water usage.
Neckartal Dam, the country’s largest dam, remains nearly full at 98.2% with 841.8Mm3 stored, down marginally from 98.3% the previous week.
Hardap Dam, located near Mariental, is at 69.9% capacity, holding 205.8Mm3 after a drop of 1.9Mm3.
Von Bach Dam, which supplies Windhoek and surrounding areas, showed a slight increase of 0.461Mm3 to reach 42.7Mm3, or 89.8% capacity.
Swakoppoort Dam decreased by 0.582Mm3 to a current level of 57.9Mm3 (91.2% capacity).
Omatako Dam saw the most notable decline, losing 1.049Mm3 and now sits at 47.3% capacity.
While these gradual drops are not unusual at this time of year, Ndamanomhata argues that these drops serve as a reminder that despite healthy levels, water resources should be managed wisely.
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