Angat Dam's water levels have increased, according to Maynilad Water Services, Inc. The dam reached a height of 209.20 meters, which is 0.67 meter higher than the previous week.
The current level is above the minimum operating level of 180 meters.
The dam is close to reaching the target elevation of 210 to 212 meters set by the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) by the end of the year.
Achieving the target elevation will help address water demand, especially during the El Niño season.
The Ipo Dam, downstream of Angat Dam, remains at a water level of 100.58 meters.
Maynilad has suspended daily water service interruptions in Caloocan, Malabon, Manila, Navotas, Quezon City, and Valenzuela until further notice.
Angat Dam close to target water elevation
Oct 31, 2023 01:56 AM
At a glance
Angat Dam, Metro Manila’s potable water and energy supply source, has recorded an increase in its water levels, according to Maynilad Water Services, Inc.
In a statement, Maynilad reported that the Angat Dam reached 209.20 meters, which is 0.67 meter higher than last week’s record.
To compare, the dam leveled to 208.53 meters in the previous finding and is currently above the minimum operating level of 180 meters.
The current quantity of Angat is almost near the target elevation of the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS), which is expected to be around 210 meters to 212 meters by the end of the year.
Once the dam reaches its goal, Maynilad said it could help address the demand for water, especially during the El Niño season.
Meanwhile, the Ipo Dam, which is situated 7.5 kilometers downstream of Angat, remains on a 100.58-meter water level since last week.
Maynilad, meanwhile,o suspended the daily water service interruptions in Caloocan, Malabon, Manila, Navotas, Quezon City, and Valenzuela until further notice. (Gabriell Christel Galang)