Cusecs to Crisis: How Punekars Can Understand Flood Impact from Dam Discharges

A discharge of 18,000 cusecs inundates Bhide Bridge. Highest discharge level of 60000 cusecs severely impacts the Patil Estate slum in Shivajinagar.
Mutha River in Pune on July 25
Mutha River in Pune on July 25
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Pune: In the wake of the devastating floods, Pune residents are curious as to how much water discharge from the Khadakwasla dam into Mutha river directly impacts various parts of the city.

Understanding these water flow levels can help citizens better prepare for and respond to future flood threats. We have compiled the list of areas and the water discharge levels that affect them.

The flood levels and their corresponding affected areas are determined by the Irrigation Department, provide a crucial reference for residents.

Mutha River in Pune on July 25
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By relating the flood impacts to specific water discharge levels, Pune residents can better anticipate the risks and take necessary precautions, potentially mitigating the devastating effects of future floods.

This understanding among Pune's citizens underscores the importance of timely communication and preparedness. During the recent floods, many residents were not given adequate notice, exacerbating the damage and loss.

Flood Levels and Affected Areas

  • 18,000 Cusecs: Bhide Bridge

  • 28,000 Cusecs: Khilare Vasti

  • 30,000 Cusecs: Kamgar Putla Area

  • 35,000 Cusecs: Pulachi Wadi

  • 40,000 Cusecs: Tofkhana Area, Deccan PMP Bus Stop Back Area

  • 45,000 Cusecs: Behind Pune Hospital, Narayan Peth, Amruteshwar Temple, Shanivar Peth, Nene Ghat, Sheikh Salla Dargah, Muncipal Colony Kasba Peth, Mangalwar Peth, Tadiwala Road

  • 50,000 Cusecs: Shivaji Nagar Riverbank Area, Hingne, Alankar Police Chowki Road, Karvenagar Road

  • 54,000 Cusecs: Jayant Tilak Bridge Submerges

  • 55,000 Cusecs: Kondhwe-Dhawade, Bhimnagar Stream Area, New Kopre Limit, Uttam Nagar Indira Nagar Colony, Nanded Riverbank Area, Wadgaon Budruk Survey No. 14 and 15, Hingne Khurd Survey No. 18, Ambil Stream Area, Dattawadi and Rajendranagar

  • 60,000 Cusecs: Patil Estate Slum

Mutha River in Pune on July 25
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The flood-affected areas and cusecs of water released are determined by the Irrigation Department.

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