Update
GEORGE NEWS - The Garden Route Dam was at 99,28% of capacity on Tuesday, 13 October, down from 100% the previous week, according to the latest weekly water statistics.
The dam recorded 1mm of rainfall during the past week. Current daily water demand stands at 39,2 million litres per day (MLD), exceeding the target of 36MLD by 3,2 million litres.
The latest figures indicate that the Garden Route Dam has approximately 39 weeks of water supply remaining, based on water that can be pumped and treated.
Water below the intake or treatment level is excluded from this calculation.
Haarlem Dam was at 100,95% on Tuesday, down from 101,79% the previous week.
The dam also recorded 1mm of rainfall during the past week.
Residents are reminded to continue using water responsibly and to report water leaks to George Municipality on 044 801 9262 or 044 801 9266, or after hours on 044 801 6300.
The misuse of drinking water can be reported on 044 801 6350.
Previous articles:
- Garden Route Dam remains full as George has 41 weeks of water supply
- Garden Route water supply reaches 42 weeks as dams remain strong
- Garden Route Dams remain full despite modest weekly rainfall
- George water security under pressure as population grows
- Garden Route Dam stays full as George gets 6,4mm of rain
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