Ghana Water Ltd to resume spillage at Weija Dam from Wednesday
Ghana Water Ltd (GWL) will resume spillage of excess water from the Weija Dam from Wednesday, September 9, 2026, following heavy rains upstream. According to GWL, the water level at the dam has risen to 45.2 feet as a result of continued rainfall in the catchment area of the Densu River and its tributaries, and … The post Ghana Water Ltd to resume spillage at Weija Dam from Wednesday appeared…
Ghana Water Ltd (GWL) plans to restart excess water release from the Weija Dam this Wednesday, September 9, 2026, amid heavy rains upstream. The dam's water level has surged to 45.2 feet following continued rainfall in the Densu River catchment area, nearing the 46-foot limit. This precautionary spill is necessary to maintain the dam's structure.
GWL is urging downstream residents to evacuate, and is advising them to heed official evacuation orders and steer clear of activities that could pose risks. The company has called upon NADMO, the District Assembly, traditional leaders, assembly members, resident associations and other stakeholders to implement necessary safety measures.
Communities including Tetegu, Oblogo, Pambros Salt, Lower McCarthy Hill, Lower Weija, Bojo Beach, Ada Kopey and surrounding areas could be affected. GWL is closely monitoring the situation, promising further updates and emphasizing resident safety as its top priority.
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