Musabeyli Cemil Çiçek Dam Sees First Water Level Rise Above 50% in Years

The Musabeyli Cemil Çiçek Dam, a vital water source for three settlements and irrigation for 1,850 hectares, has achieved a significant milestone, surpassing 50% water capacity for the first time in years. The dam, with a total storage capacity of 48 million cubic meters, had previously reached 55% upon its opening but subsequently saw its water levels struggle to rise above 30% in later years.

Last summer, the situation became critical as the water level dropped to a mere 12%. By December, the dam was completely dry, hitting zero capacity due to severe drought conditions. This year's efforts, combined with rainfall exceeding seasonal norms, have dramatically reversed the trend, pushing the water level to 53%.

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As of today, the water level in the dam is 51%. We are not at a dangerous point. We are in a good place.

Yozgat Mayor Kazım Arslan expressed relief, stating that the city faces no water shortage. "As of today, the water level in the dam is 51%. We are not at a dangerous point. We are in a good place," Arslan said. He noted that while water is being used, the levels remain healthy. He also highlighted that the Kirazlı Dere reservoir, which supplies the city center, is at 100% capacity, showing a robust water situation overall.

Arslan recalled that the dam's high water level is reminiscent of its initial state. "We have to say that since 2015-2016, the dams have reached a high level," he commented, emphasizing the positive turnaround from years of low reserves.

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We have to say that since 2015-2016, the dams have reached a high level.