GEORGE NEWS - The public is reminded that following three large pipe failures last week (27 December 2021) the George bulk water distribution and storage system is still recovering.
The Annual Average Water Demand (AADD) during the year is 32 Megalitres per day. From the 15th of December 2021, the AADD was 36 Megalitres per day, but over the past 5 days, it has reached an all-time high of 39.5 Megalitres per day.
Residents should note that although the dam level remains at 100%, this is raw water storage and not potable or drinking water supply.
The raw water is treated at the George Old and New Water Treatment Facilities prior to the distribution to our potable water storage reservoirs and reticulation system. The current water demand is higher than the production rate at these facilities.
Residents are requested to continue using water sparingly to allow our reservoirs to reach their full storage capacity.
George municipality dam water update: 5 January 2022
Dam level: 100% (unchanged)
Estimated level at new dam wall height: 100%
Rainfall since 29 December 2021: 9mm
Demand/usage: 39,561 megalitres
Report water leaks and burst pipes to 044 801 9262/66 or after hours at 044 801 6300, as soon as you notice them.
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