Inflow into Stanley Reservoir in Mettur increased to 53,027 cusecs on Saturday. The dam is expected to reach its full capacity for the second time this year.
At 4 p.m., the dam’s water level stood at 119.93 feet against its full capacity of 120 feet. The storage level stood at 93.35 tmc ft against its full capacity of 93.47 tmc ft. At 8 a.m., the inflow increased to 35,860 cusecs from Friday’s inflow of 31,624 cusecs. At 4 p.m., it further increased to 53,027 cusecs. The amount of water discharged from the dam into River Cauvery for delta irrigation increased to 40,000 cusecs from 30,000 cusecs. For canal irrigation, water discharge is maintained at 500 cusecs.
Officials attached to the Water Resources Department said that due to heavy rain in catchment areas of Mettur Dam, the inflow increased. The dam is expected to reach its full capacity of 120 feet by Saturday night. Earlier on June 29, the dam attained its full capacity. After the water level reaches 120 feet, the inflow will be released completely for delta irrigation.
Published – July 05, 2025 05:39 pm IST
