Plans in place to desilt Weija Dam reservoir when necessary – GWL
Ghana Water Limited (GWL) says the Weija Dam currently has sufficient capacity to supply water to the western part of Accra throughout the year, but plans are in place to desilt the reservoir when necessary. Head of Public Relations and Communications at GWL, Stanley Martey, said regular desilting of rivers and reservoirs is important to […]
Ghana Water Limited (GWL) has confirmed that the Weija Dam has enough capacity to provide water to the western part of Accra year-round. However, they have plans to desilt the reservoir when necessary. Stanley Martey, the Head of Public Relations and Communications at GWL, stated this on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show while discussing the Weija Dam spillage.
When questioned about potential siltation of the reservoir and the company's approach to the issue, Martey affirmed that the dam is sufficient for now, stating, "With the dam for now, I think it is enough to save the western part of Accra throughout the year without any challenge." Yet, he acknowledged that siltation is an ongoing concern.
"Be that as it may, we still have to desilt when it is silted. And there are plans to do that," he added. Desilting is not a continuous process but occurs periodically, typically every 15 to 20 years. Martey emphasized the importance of maintaining water body capacities, as the treated water from these sources is meant for public use.
He explained that GWL has established procedures to manage water sources effectively, ensuring adequate water levels in the reservoir for continuous treatment and supply.
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