Karnataka Dam Water Level: Alamatti Nears Full Capacity as KRS and Hemavathi Levels Rise
Recent rainfall has improved inflows into several major Karnataka reservoirs, with Alamatti nearly full while KRS and Hemavathi continue receiving substantial water.
Rainfall across different parts of Karnataka has brought some relief to the state’s major reservoirs. The latest water level figures show improved inflows into important dams in both the Krishna and Cauvery river basins.
The Alamatti reservoir in Vijayapura district is particularly notable, as its water level has reached almost its maximum capacity. Water is being released into the Krishna River as fresh inflows continue. The situation at KRS in Mandya and Hemavathi in Hassan is also being closely watched, especially as the reservoirs remain important sources for agriculture and drinking water.
Alamatti Reservoir Nearly Full
The Lal Bahadur Shastri Sagar reservoir, commonly known as Alamatti, has reached 519.58 metres against its maximum level of 519.60 metres. The reservoir is therefore just 0.02 metres below its full level.
The dam is currently receiving an inflow of 26,883 cusecs. The same quantity of water, 26,883 cusecs, is being released downstream into the Krishna River.
With the reservoir maintaining a high storage level, authorities are continuing to monitor inflows and releases closely.
KRS Reservoir Records Better Inflow
The Krishna Raja Sagara reservoir in Mandya has also seen an improvement in its water position. The maximum level of the KRS reservoir is 124.80 feet, with a total capacity of 49.452 TMC.
As of August 29, the water level stood at 110.28 feet, while the storage was recorded at 32.004 TMC. The reservoir was receiving an inflow of 7,955 cusecs, while 6,972 cusecs was being released.
The rise in water availability at KRS is significant for the Cauvery basin, particularly because the reservoir supports irrigation requirements as well as drinking water needs.
Hemavathi Maintains Strong Storage
The Hemavathi reservoir near Gorur in Hassan district is also holding a considerable quantity of water. The maximum level of the reservoir is 2,922 feet, corresponding to a capacity of 37 TMC.
The latest reading puts the water level at 2,913.58 feet, with storage standing at 29.496 TMC. The reservoir is receiving 2,173 cusecs of inflow.
At present, 1,800 cusecs is being released into the river, while another 3,700 cusecs is being supplied through the canal system.
The current figures are lower than those recorded at the same time last year. On August 29 last year, the Hemavathi water level stood at 2,921.81 feet, with storage of 36.919 TMC. Inflow was then recorded at 7,523 cusecs, while 2,400 cusecs was released into the river and 5,075 cusecs through canals.
Reservoir Levels Remain Under Watch
The latest figures present a mixed picture across Karnataka’s major reservoirs, but the strong position of Alamatti and the continuing inflows into KRS and Hemavathi provide some relief.
For farmers, reservoir storage remains closely connected to irrigation planning during the ongoing season. Urban areas also depend on several of these water sources for drinking water requirements.
With rainfall patterns continuing to change across different catchment areas, the inflow and outflow figures are expected to remain dynamic. Authorities will continue monitoring the reservoirs to manage releases while maintaining adequate storage for upcoming requirements.
