Bridle Drift Dam Level Today
On the Buffalo River, Eastern Cape. Full supply capacity 98 million m3. Current as of 2026-08-31.
This is at or near full supply capacity. No water-supply concerns are expected at this level.
Recent trend: Over the last 5 weeks, Bridle Drift Dam has risen 13.2 percentage points - about 2.64% per week.
Bridle Drift Dam Level History
Showing 16 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-08-31.
About Bridle Drift Dam
Bridle Drift supplies water to East London and the Buffalo City metro.
Bridle Drift Dam has a full supply capacity of 97.9 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Buffalo River in Eastern Cape. At 94.3% full, the dam currently holds roughly 92.3 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 92339 million litres.
Which Towns and Cities Does Bridle Drift Dam Supply?
Bridle Drift Dam supplies water to East London.
Key supply areas: East London.
Bridle Drift Dam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bridle Drift Dam running dry?
No, Bridle Drift Dam is not running dry. At 94.3% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.
When was Bridle Drift Dam last full?
Based on available data from 2025-10-13 to 2026-08-31, Bridle Drift Dam has not reached 99%+ full within this period. The highest recorded level was 95.1%.
What cities does Bridle Drift Dam supply?
Bridle Drift Dam supplies water to East London. Bridle Drift supplies water to East London and the Buffalo City metro.
What river is Bridle Drift Dam on?
Bridle Drift Dam is on the Buffalo River in Eastern Cape.
How is the Bridle Drift Dam level trending?
Bridle Drift Dam is currently at 94.3% full. The level is falling, down 0.5% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (97%).
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