Bloemhof Dam Level Today
On the Vaal River, Free State. Full supply capacity 1243 million m3. Current as of 2026-10-19.
This is at or near full supply capacity. No water-supply concerns are expected at this level.
Recent trend: Over the last 5 weeks, Bloemhof Dam has fallen 11.3 percentage points - about 2.26% per week.
Bloemhof Dam Level History
Showing 19 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-10-19.
About Bloemhof Dam
Bloemhof sits downstream of the Vaal Dam on the Vaal River and feeds the Vaalharts Irrigation Scheme, one of the largest irrigation schemes in Africa.
Bloemhof Dam has a full supply capacity of 1242.9 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Vaal River in Free State. At 96.7% full, the dam currently holds roughly 1201.9 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 1201894 million litres.
Which Towns and Cities Does Bloemhof Dam Supply?
Bloemhof Dam supplies water to Bloemhof, Christiana and Lower Vaal irrigation.
Key supply areas: Bloemhof, Christiana, Lower Vaal irrigation.
Other Dams on the Vaal River
Bloemhof Dam is one of 5 dams we track on the Vaal River. Sorted by capacity:
| Dam | Province | Cap (Mm3) | Now |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vaal Dam | Free State | 2561 | 107.4% |
| Grootdraai Dam | Mpumalanga | 350 | 100.4% |
| Vaal Barrage | Free State | 54 | 97.8% |
| Vaalharts Weir | Northern Cape | 51 | 76.5% |
Bloemhof Dam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bloemhof Dam running dry?
No, Bloemhof Dam is not running dry. At 96.7% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.
When was Bloemhof Dam last full?
Based on available weekly data, Bloemhof Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-10-05.
What cities does Bloemhof Dam supply?
Bloemhof Dam supplies water to Bloemhof, Christiana and Lower Vaal irrigation. Bloemhof sits downstream of the Vaal Dam on the Vaal River and feeds the Vaalharts Irrigation Scheme, one of the largest irrigation schemes in Africa.
What river is Bloemhof Dam on?
Bloemhof Dam is on the Vaal River in Free State. Other dams on the Vaal River include Vaal Dam, Grootdraai Dam, Vaal Barrage.
How is the Bloemhof Dam level trending?
Bloemhof Dam is currently at 96.7% full. The level is falling, down 1.7% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (96.4%).
Other Dams in Free State
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