According to Dr Alhassan, the rapid encroachment around the dam and its treatment facility is becoming a serious threat to the safety and stability of the structure. In an adomonline.com report on March 12, 2026, he cautioned that the huge volume of water held by the dam means that any structural failure could have catastrophic consequences for communities downstream. Sudden rise in Weija Dam water forces spillage todayDr Alhassan explained that the increasing construction and human activities close to the dam could compromise safety measures put in place to protect the facility. Adjei acknowledged the seriousness of the concerns and assured management of Ghana Water Limited that government would take steps to address the situation. He said he would engage the Minister of Local Government to help tackle the growing problem of encroachment around the dam.

Source: GhanaWeb March 12, 2026 13:15 UTC