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Bellair Dam Level Today

On the Brak, Western Cape. Full supply capacity 4 million m3. Current as of 2026-04-20.

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91.7%
Good - Monday, 20 April 2026
Last week
91.7%
+0.0% change
Last year
86.4%
+5.3% change
Capacity
4 Mm3
4240 million litres

The dam is at or near full capacity. No water supply concerns are expected at this level.

Bellair Dam Level History

0%25%50%75%100%Oct 25Apr 26

Showing 2 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20.

About Bellair Dam

Bellair Dam has a full supply capacity of 4.2 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Brak in Western Cape. At 91.7% full, the dam currently holds roughly 3.9 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 3888 million litres.

The dam is at or near full capacity. No water supply concerns are expected at this level.

Restriction thresholds to watch: most municipalities begin issuing warning notices when a supply dam drops below 50%, introduce Level 1 restrictions around 40%, and escalate further below 30%. Exact thresholds vary by water authority.

Bellair Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bellair Dam running dry?

No, Bellair Dam is not running dry. At 91.7% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Bellair Dam last full?

Based on available data from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20, Bellair Dam has not reached 99%+ full within this period. The highest recorded level was 91.7%.

What cities does Bellair Dam supply?

Bellair Dam is located in Western Cape on the Brak. For specific information about which municipality draws water from this dam, contact your local water services authority.

What river is Bellair Dam on?

Bellair Dam is on the Brak in Western Cape.

How is the Bellair Dam level trending?

Bellair Dam is currently at 91.7% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.0% from last week. Compared to this time last year (86.4%), the dam is in a significantly better position.

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