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Bulshoek Olifants Dam Level Today

Western Cape. Full supply capacity: 5 million m3. Latest data: 2026-04-20.

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77.5%
Good - Monday, 20 April 2026
Last week
76.9%
+0.6% change
Last year
72.6%
+4.9% change
Capacity
5 Mm3
4810 million litres

This is a healthy level with comfortable reserves.

Bulshoek Olifants Dam Level History

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

Showing 2 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20. Data collected by OurPower from the official DWS weekly PDF report.

What Does 77.5% Mean for Bulshoek Olifants Dam?

Bulshoek Olifants Dam has a full supply capacity of 4.8 million cubic metres (Mm3) in Western Cape. At 77.5% full, the dam currently holds approximately 3.7 Mm3 of water.

This is a healthy level with comfortable reserves.

Restriction thresholds to watch: Most municipalities begin warning notices around 50%, introduce Level 1 restrictions around 40%, and escalate to Level 2 around 30%. These thresholds vary by water authority.

Bulshoek Olifants Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bulshoek Olifants Dam running dry?

No, Bulshoek Olifants Dam is not running dry. At 77.5% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Bulshoek Olifants Dam last full?

Based on available data from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20, Bulshoek Olifants Dam has not reached 99%+ full within this period. The highest recorded level was 91.9%.

What cities does Bulshoek Olifants Dam supply?

Bulshoek Olifants Dam is located in Western Cape on the null River. Supply details for specific cities are not available for all dams. For information about your water supply, contact your local municipality.

How is the Bulshoek Olifants Dam level trending?

Bulshoek Olifants Dam is currently at 77.5% full. The level is rising, up 0.6% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (72.6%).

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