WATER STORAGEwater is stored for later use in natural water

sources, such as groundwater aquifers, soil water and natural wetlands, and also small artificial ponds, tanks and reservoirs behind major dams.

TYPES OF WATER STORAGE

• Groundwater

• Soil moisture

• Wetlands

• Ponds and tanks

• Dams

Groundwater is the water found underground in the

cracks and spaces in soil, sand and rock.

Soil moisture Describes the amount of water

contained in the soil. The amount of water that’s in the soil.

Wetlands Land area that is saturated with water,

either permanently or seasonally.

Ponds and Tanks These can be defined as community-built or

household water stores. Filled by rainwater, groundwater infiltration or

surface runoff.

Dams A barrier constructed to hold back water and

raise its level, the resulting reservoir being used in the generation of electricity or as a water supply.