By REGINALD KANYANE
3 October 2024- According to a weekly hydrological report released by the Department of Water and Sanitation on the status of water levels, there has been no change this week as they are sitting at 65.7% and there is a notable increase in dam levels at several dams in the North West province.
Hartbeespoort Dam saw a significant rise from 89.8% to 92.7% this week, while Setumo Dam increased from 85.3% to 85.7%. Additionally, Disaneng Dam showed a slight increase from 52.8% to 53.6% this week.
The Department of Water and Sanitation spokesperson, Dr Mandla Mathebula said these increases are a positive indicator of the province’s water security and demonstrate the effectiveness of our water management strategies. Mathebula said, however, some dams experienced decreases in their water levels.
“Buffelspoort Dam dropped from 96.8% to
94.6% and Klipvoor Dam decreased from 92.4% to 88.6% this week. Other dams that have declined this week include Lindleyspoort (31.3% to 30.4%), Koster (78.3% to 77.8%), Roodekopjes (91.6% to 90.1%), Molatedi (30.8% to 30.4%), and Madikwe (26.5% to 26,0%).
“The Bospoort Dam remained relatively stable, decreasing slightly from 101.0% to 100.7%. The department urges water users to remain vigilant and continue conserving water and also appeal to all water users to report leaks and burst pipes promptly to the local municipalities or to the departmental toll-free number 0800 200 200, use water-efficient appliances and fixtures, implement rainwater harvesting systems, while practising responsible water use,” he said.
Mathebula said the Department of Water and Sanitation in North West, remains committed to monitoring dam levels closely and implementing strategies to ensure sustainable water management practices and that it is working tirelessly to ensure a secure water future.
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