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Tarbela Dam reaches maximum storage

Aerial shot of water flowing through the open spillways at Tarbela Dam during maximum water capacity.
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As of September 1, 2026, Tarbela Dam has officially hit its peak conservation level of 1,550 feet. Operating at 100% live storage capacity, the reservoir currently holds approximately 5.58 million acre-feet of usable water, providing a crucial boost for Pakistan's agricultural and energy needs.

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