Bloemhof Dam Level Today
On the Vaal River, Free State. Full supply capacity 1243 million m3. Current as of 2026-08-31.
This dam is over 100% of its full supply capacity - the level officially counted as "100% full". The extra water is held in flood-reserve storage above the normal full level, so water is usually spilling over the spillway or being released through the sluice gates to protect the dam wall, and rivers downstream can run high. It is the opposite of a shortage: the dam is full and overflowing.
Recent trend: Over the last 5 weeks, Bloemhof Dam has risen 5.1 percentage points - about 1.02% per week.
Bloemhof Dam Level History
Showing 16 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-08-31.
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 109.6% full, the dam currently holds roughly 1362.2 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 1362229 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 | 100.6% |
| Grootdraai Dam | Mpumalanga | 350 | 96.9% |
| Vaal Barrage | Free State | 54 | 97% |
| Vaalharts Weir | Northern Cape | 51 | 81.6% |
Bloemhof Dam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bloemhof Dam running dry?
No, Bloemhof Dam is not running dry. At 109.6% 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 2026-08-31.
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 109.6% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.2% from last week. Compared to this time last year (103.4%), the dam is in a significantly better position.
Other Dams in Free State
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