Engineers at the Weija Dam have raised serious concerns about increasing encroachment around the dam and its treatment facility, warning that a collapse could have devastating consequences for parts of the capital.
According to Ing. Dr. Hadisu Alhassan, Production Manager for the ATMA Production Area at the Weija Water Treatment Plant operated by Ghana Water Limited, the rapid development and human activities around the dam pose a significant threat to the safety and stability of the structure.
Dr. Alhassan cautioned that if the dam were to collapse, large sections of Accra could be washed away due to the volume of water it holds.
The concerns were raised during a working visit by the Minister for Works, Housing and Water Resources, Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, who toured the facility to gain first-hand insight into the challenges facing the treatment plant and the dam.
During the tour, the minister and his team were taken around the treatment plant and surrounding areas, where officials highlighted issues including encroachment, infrastructure pressure, and operational challenges affecting the facility.
Speaking to the media after the inspection, Mr Adjei assured management of Ghana Water Limited of the government’s commitment to addressing the situation. He said he would engage the Minister for Local Government to help tackle the growing problem of encroachment around the dam.
The minister also expressed satisfaction with the progress of ongoing repair works at the treatment plant, which are aimed at improving water supply and addressing shortages in parts of the capital.
The familiarisation tour forms part of broader government efforts to safeguard the dam, protect surrounding communities, and strengthen water supply systems for residents of Accra and its environs.
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