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Karnataka Dams: KRS, Hemavathi Water Levels Fluctuate; Real Reservoir Status Revealed!
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News18•29-09-2026, 09:37
Karnataka Dams: KRS, Hemavathi Water Levels Fluctuate; Real Reservoir Status Revealed!
- •Hidkal Dam is nearly full at 99.8%, bringing joy to farmers in North Karnataka.
- •Almatti Dam holds 87.26% water, with 11,075 cusecs being released as a precautionary measure.
- •Narayanapura Dam is at 80.1% capacity with a heavy inflow of 9,946 cusecs.
- •KRS Dam, a lifeline for Mandya and Mysuru, is at 54.03% capacity, while Hemavathi Dam is at 40.72%.
- •A severe water shortage is anticipated if rains don't improve, urging the public to use water sparingly.
Key Questions Answered
The Hidkal Dam has reached the verge of being full with 99.857% of its capacity, storing 50.927 TMC of water. This high water storage has brought great joy to the farmers in the region.
The Krishnaraja Sagara (KRS) Dam currently holds 54.03% or 26.723 TMC of water, with 3,747 cusecs of water being released into the river.
The Almatti Dam is holding 87.267% of water and releasing 11,075 cusecs as a precautionary measure. Meanwhile, the Narayanapura Dam is receiving a heavy inflow of ,946 cusecs and stands at 80.1% capacity.
