The full form of MLD is ‘Million Liters per Day’. This unit is commonly used to measure the volume of water flow or storage in various applications, including dams and reservoirs.
An MLD indicates how many million liters of water are either stored or processed each day. For example, if a dam has a capacity of 10 MLD, it means it can store or release 10 million liters of water daily. This measurement is crucial for water resource management, ensuring that there’s enough water supply for various purposes such as drinking, irrigation, and industrial usage.
When planning for water supply and infrastructure, understanding the MLD capacity helps in assessing the potential water demand of a region or community. It plays a vital role in designing water treatment plants, storage facilities, and distribution networks to ensure efficiency and sustainability.