Ghana Water Limited (GWL) has announced that controlled spillage of the Weija Dam will resume on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, following a rise in the dam’s water level.
The company has consequently directed residents living downstream of the dam to evacuate their homes and move to safer locations as a precaution against possible flooding.
According to GWL, the water level at the Weija Dam has risen to 45.2 feet, approaching the 46-foot threshold, due to heavy rains upstream and continued rainfall across the catchment area of the Densu River and its tributaries.
GWL warns residents as water level rises
GWL said the decision to resume spillage is a precautionary measure intended to protect the structural integrity of the Weija Dam and prevent the water level from rising beyond a safe operating point.
The company has urged residents in downstream communities to take the evacuation directive seriously and remain alert to further instructions from the relevant authorities.
Residents have also been advised to avoid activities that could expose them to danger as the situation develops.
Communities at risk of flooding
GWL identified several communities that could potentially be affected by the spillage.
They include Tetegu, Oblogo, Pambros Salt, Lower McCarthy Hill, Lower Weija, Bojo Beach and Ada Kopey, as well as surrounding communities.
The warning is particularly significant because several downstream communities have experienced flooding during periods of heavy rainfall and dam spillage in the past.
GWL is therefore urging residents not to wait until water levels begin rising in their communities before taking precautionary action.
NADMO and other stakeholders asked to prepare
Ghana Water Limited has called on the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), the relevant District Assembly, traditional authorities, Assembly Members and residents’ associations to begin preparations for a possible evacuation.
The company said cooperation among residents, local authorities and emergency response agencies will be critical to reducing the risk to lives and property.
GWL added that it is closely monitoring the water level at the dam and will provide further updates as the situation develops.
Previous flooding raises concerns
The latest warning comes after severe flooding affected parts of the Weija-Gbawe area earlier in 2026 following heavy rains and excess water from the dam.
Several downstream communities, including Tetegu and Oblogo, experienced significant flooding, with homes, roads, schools and businesses affected. Residents were forced to move belongings to higher ground, while some areas became difficult to access.
The renewed rise in the dam’s water level has therefore heightened concerns among residents, particularly those living in low-lying areas downstream.
Residents urged to prioritise safety
With the September 9 spillage approaching, GWL has stressed that the safety of residents remains its priority.
Authorities and residents in potentially affected communities are expected to monitor official announcements and comply with evacuation directives where necessary.
The company is also expected to continue monitoring rainfall and inflows into the dam to determine the appropriate level of controlled spillage.
For residents downstream of the Weija Dam, authorities are urging early preparation rather than waiting for flooding to occur before moving to safer locations.
