Morocco’s Dams Reach 72% Capacity After Heavy Rainfall

Rabat – Recent rains across Morocco have delivered a major boost to the country’s water reserves, offering relief to regions that depend heavily on dams for their water supply.

Data from the Ministry of Equipment and Water’s “Ma Dialna” platform shows that the overall fill rate of Morocco’s dams reached 72.1%.

The total volume of water stored in the country’s reservoirs now stands at 12.3 billion cubic meters, more than double the volume recorded at the same time last year.

Several dams recorded notable inflows over the 24 hours from Friday to Saturday, strengthening their reserves and raising fill rates across the country.

In Beni Mellal province, Bin El Ouidane Dam received 9 million cubic meters, raising its capacity to 85.1%. In Taounate province, Idriss I Dam added 4.3 million cubic meters, bringing its fill rate to 91%.

Khemisset province’s Al Qansera Dam saw inflows of 3.9 million cubic meters, reaching 88.3% of capacity, while Moulay Youssef Dam in Al Haouz province received 2.7 million cubic meters, pushing its level to 90.4%.

These numbers reflect a clear recovery in water resources across Morocco, signaling improved availability after a period of lower inflows.

This rise in water reserves comes as a welcome relief for Morocco, which has faced severe droughts over the past seven years. 

Many regions struggled with water scarcity, affecting agriculture, livestock, and daily life. 

The current improvement in dam levels offers a crucial buffer, providing reassurance to farmers, communities, and urban areas that rely on these reservoirs. It also strengthens the country’s preparedness for the summer months, when demand for water traditionally rises.