Morocco has entered the spring season with significantly improved water reserves, as dam fill levels across the country reached 72.15% on Saturday, according to official data from the Ministry of Equipment and Water.
The sharp increase marks a major recovery from prolonged drought conditions, offering renewed confidence to farmers and economic stakeholders while shifting concerns over water scarcity toward cautious optimism.
The latest figures show a dramatic rise compared to the same period last year, when dam reserves stood at just 36.59%. Total stored water has now reached approximately 12.38 billion cubic meters, reflecting the impact of recent heavy rainfall and snowfall that have replenished reservoirs nationwide.
Data from the ministry’s water research and planning directorate indicate improved conditions across all nine major river basins, with particularly strong performances in northern regions. The Loukkos basin recorded a fill rate of 91.92%, while the Bouregreg basin reached 92.56%, ensuring stable drinking water supplies for densely populated urban areas including Rabat and Casablanca.
The Sebou basin, a critical source for both irrigation and drinking water, holds more than 4.5 billion cubic meters, driven largely by the performance of the Al Wahda Dam, the country’s largest reservoir, which alone accounts for roughly a quarter of national storage capacity.
Improved water availability is expected to support agricultural planning, particularly irrigation in key farming regions, and reduce the risk of supply disruptions in major cities. The recovery has also contributed to increased groundwater levels and improved ecological balance in several regions.
Despite the positive outlook, observers caution against complacency, stressing that the current levels should not lead to excessive consumption. Instead, they highlight the need to reinforce long-term water strategies, including inter-basin transfers and seawater desalination, to prevent future water stress.
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