Water level rises to 2,350 ft in Idukki reservoir in Kerala
Heavy rainfall in Kerala has significantly improved water levels in the Idukki reservoir and other major dams across the state. The Idukki dam, a key hydroelectric source, has reached a safer storage level of over 45% capacity after a period of low water levels.
Why it matters
Water management in hydroelectric dams is critical for Kerala's energy security and disaster preparedness during the monsoon season.
After two months of low water levels, nearly a week of heavy rainfall in the catchment area pushed the water level in the Idukki reservoir close to 2,350 ft on Wednesday.
According to data from the Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) dam safety wing, the water level stood at 2,349.46 ft on Wednesday, compared to 2,377 ft on the same day last year. Officials noted that during the final week of July, the reservoir’s water level was at approximately 28% of total capacity; it has now risen to over 45%.
An official with the KSEB dam safety wing noted that the Idukki dam—the largest hydroelectric power station in the State—has reached a safe storage position. “The storage will reach around 50% of the total capacity soon,” the official said.
The catchment area of the Idukki dam received 37.2 mm of rainfall over the past 24 hours.
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