Albert Falls Dam Level Today
On the Mgeni River, KwaZulu-Natal. Full supply capacity 286 million m3. Current as of 2026-06-01.
This is at or near full supply capacity. No water-supply concerns are expected at this level.
Recent trend: Over the last 5 weeks, Albert Falls Dam has fallen 3.6 percentage points - about 0.72% per week.
Albert Falls Dam Level History
Showing 7 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-06-01.
About Albert Falls Dam
Albert Falls is the second largest dam in the Mgeni system that supplies metropolitan Durban and Pietermaritzburg. Combined Mgeni system levels drive KZN water restrictions.
Albert Falls Dam has a full supply capacity of 285.6 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Mgeni River in KwaZulu-Natal. At 96.5% full, the dam currently holds roughly 275.6 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 275643 million litres.
Which Towns and Cities Does Albert Falls Dam Supply?
Albert Falls Dam supplies water to Durban and Pietermaritzburg.
Key supply areas: Durban, Pietermaritzburg.
Other Dams on the Mgeni River
Albert Falls Dam is one of 3 dams we track on the Mgeni River. Sorted by capacity:
| Dam | Province | Cap (Mm3) | Now |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inanda Dam | KwaZulu-Natal | 237 | 100.9% |
| Midmar Dam | KwaZulu-Natal | 235 | 95.2% |
Albert Falls Dam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Albert Falls Dam running dry?
No, Albert Falls Dam is not running dry. At 96.5% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.
When was Albert Falls Dam last full?
Based on available weekly data, Albert Falls Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-05-11.
What cities does Albert Falls Dam supply?
Albert Falls Dam supplies water to Durban and Pietermaritzburg. Albert Falls is the second largest dam in the Mgeni system that supplies metropolitan Durban and Pietermaritzburg. Combined Mgeni system levels drive KZN water restrictions.
What river is Albert Falls Dam on?
Albert Falls Dam is on the Mgeni River in KwaZulu-Natal. Other dams on the Mgeni River include Inanda Dam, Midmar Dam.
How is the Albert Falls Dam level trending?
Albert Falls Dam is currently at 96.5% full. The level is falling, down 1.0% from last week. Compared to this time last year (102.7%), the dam is noticeably lower.
Other Dams in KwaZulu-Natal
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