Brandvlei Dam Level Today

Brandvlei is the largest dam in the Breede River system and supports irrigated agriculture in the Worcester and Hex River valleys.

Brandvlei Dam has a full supply capacity of 286.0 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Lower Brandvlei in Western Cape. At 33.6% full, the dam currently holds roughly 96.1 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 96109 million litres.

This is below the critical threshold. Water restrictions are typically in effect at these levels.

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.

Brandvlei Dam supplies water to Worcester and Breede Valley irrigation.

Key supply areas: Worcester, Breede Valley irrigation.

Is Brandvlei Dam running dry?

Brandvlei Dam is currently 33.6% full, which is below the 50% mark. This is not "running dry" but is low enough that water restrictions may be in effect for affected areas.

When was Brandvlei Dam last full?

Based on available data from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20, Brandvlei Dam has not reached 99%+ full within this period. The highest recorded level was 78.0%.

What cities does Brandvlei Dam supply?

Brandvlei Dam supplies water to Worcester and Breede Valley irrigation. Brandvlei is the largest dam in the Breede River system and supports irrigated agriculture in the Worcester and Hex River valleys.

What river is Brandvlei Dam on?

Brandvlei Dam is on the Lower Brandvlei in Western Cape.

How is the Brandvlei Dam level trending?

Brandvlei Dam is currently at 33.6% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.3% from last week. Compared to this time last year (45.3%), the dam is noticeably lower.