Morocco’s dam reserves have risen sharply to 11.8577 billion cubic metres as of Wednesday, compared with 4.6443 billion cubic metres recorded on the same date last year, according to official data released by the Ministry of Equipment and Water.
The figures represent an increase of approximately 155 percent in stored water nationwide. The overall dam fill rate has climbed to 70.7 percent, up from 27.5 percent on February 18, 2025, reflecting a significant hydrological recovery following weeks of sustained rainfall.
Northern and Central Basins Lead Recovery
The strongest performance was recorded in northern and central basins. The Loukkos basin reached a fill rate of 94.6 percent, followed closely by Abou Regreg at 94.1 percent and Sebou at 90.3 percent, according to ministry data.
Within the Sebou basin, the Al Wahda Dam held more than 3.2 billion cubic metres, exceeding a 90 percent fill rate. In the Abou Regreg basin, the Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah Dam approached 95 percent capacity, reinforcing water security for major urban centers.
Other regions also posted notable gains. Tensift reached 85.2 percent, while the Guir Ziz Ghéris basin stood at 60.2 percent, with the Hassan Addakhil Dam reporting a fill rate of 78 percent, signaling broader national improvement beyond a single watershed.
Persistent Regional Disparities
Despite the overall rebound, disparities remain across the country. The Oum Er Rbia basin stood at 46.3 percent, while Souss Massa reached 54.5 percent, with the Youssef Ben Tachfine Dam remaining below 50 percent capacity. The Draa Oued Noun basin continued to record the lowest level at 34.1 percent, albeit with year-on-year improvement.
The latest data indicate a substantial recovery in Morocco’s water reserves after a prolonged period of drought, strengthening national water security while underscoring the need for continued regional balance and sustainable water management strategies.
