Outflow from Almatti cut to 1 lakh cusecs; bridges in Chikkodi region expected to reopen as water recedes.
July 9, Karnataka – The Krishna River basin has seen a decline in rainfall, prompting irrigation officials to reduce the outflow from the Almatti Dam to 1 lakh cusecs. This release is lower than the previous day’s 1.15 lakh cusecs. The dam receives an inflow of about 1.09 lakh cusecs and currently holds 70.86% of its total capacity.
Reduced Rainfall Impacts Water Flow
Rainfall has decreased in the upper catchment areas, causing a drop in the dam’s inflow. Officials have adjusted the outflow to prevent flooding downstream while maintaining water supply for irrigation.
Discharge from Maharashtra Declines Slightly
Maharashtra’s discharge into the Krishna basin fell to 1,06,453 cusecs on July 9, which is 640 cusecs less than the day before. This reduction further helped lower water levels downstream.
Water Recedes in Belagavi, Bridges to Reopen
In Belagavi’s Chikkodi region, receding water has allowed the reopening of several bridge-cum-barrages that were submerged during heavy rains. Authorities expect full bridge operations to resume by July 10, restoring smooth traffic flow for residents and commuters.
Other Major Dams Experience High Inflows
Despite reduced rainfall, several dams continue to receive significant inflows. The Basava Sagara Dam at Narayanpur recorded 1.15 lakh cusecs inflow with 30 gates opened to release water. The dam holds 80.98% of its capacity.
Similarly, the Hipparagi Barrage had inflow and outflow around 1.07 lakh cusecs. Officials note that the Krishna River remains in free flow during the monsoon peak, with no water storage taking place.
The Renuka Sagar Dam on the Malaprabha River in Saundatti saw an inflow of 10,753 cusecs but maintained a low controlled outflow of 194 cusecs to manage downstream water levels.
Monitoring Continues Amid Monsoon Challenges
Officials actively monitor dam levels and rainfall patterns to balance storage needs and flood prevention. These dams play a vital role in Karnataka’s irrigation, drinking water supply, and flood management during the monsoon season.
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