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İSKİ Announces May 2 Istanbul Dam Water Levels

İSKİ Announces May 2 Istanbul Dam Water Levels

From Cumhuriyet · (10m ago) Turkish

Translated from Turkish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Istanbul's dam water levels stood at 71.13% on May 2, 2026, according to İSKİ.
  • The Ömerli Dam is the fullest at 94.17%, while Istrancalar Dam is the lowest at 37.38%.
  • İSKİ released the updated figures, showing recent changes in the city's dam occupancy rates.

Istanbul residents can rest assured, for now, that the city's water supply remains robust. The Istanbul Water and Sewerage Administration (İSKİ) has released its latest figures, showing that as of May 2, 2026, the city's dams are collectively at 71.13% capacity. This figure indicates a healthy reserve, crucial for meeting the demands of our sprawling metropolis.

While the overall percentage is reassuring, İSKİ's detailed breakdown reveals variations across the city's water sources. The Ömerli Dam continues to be the most full, boasting an impressive 94.17% occupancy. On the other end of the spectrum, the Istrancalar Dam is at its lowest point, with 37.38% capacity. These fluctuations are normal and are closely monitored by İSKİ to ensure consistent water distribution.

This update from İSKİ serves as a vital piece of information for Istanbulites, offering transparency about our essential resources. Understanding these levels helps us appreciate the complex management required to keep the water flowing, especially as we approach the warmer months when demand typically increases. İSKİ's commitment to providing timely data ensures that citizens are informed about the city's water security.

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Originally published by Cumhuriyet in Turkish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.