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Ceres Dam Level Today

On the Koekedou, Western Cape. Full supply capacity 17 million m3. Current as of 2026-04-20.

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60.2%
Moderate - Monday, 20 April 2026
Last week
57.9%
+2.3% change
Last year
61.2%
-1.0% change
Capacity
17 Mm3
17250 million litres

This is a moderate level. No restrictions expected unless demand is unusually high or the dam is very small.

Ceres Dam Level History

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

Showing 2 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20.

About Ceres Dam

Ceres Dam has a full supply capacity of 17.3 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Koekedou in Western Cape. At 60.2% full, the dam currently holds roughly 10.4 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 10385 million litres.

This is a moderate level. No restrictions expected unless demand is unusually high or the dam is very small.

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.

Ceres Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ceres Dam running dry?

No, Ceres Dam is not running dry. At 60.2% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Ceres Dam last full?

Based on available weekly data, Ceres Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2025-10-13.

What cities does Ceres Dam supply?

Ceres Dam is located in Western Cape on the Koekedou. For specific information about which municipality draws water from this dam, contact your local water services authority.

What river is Ceres Dam on?

Ceres Dam is on the Koekedou in Western Cape.

How is the Ceres Dam level trending?

Ceres Dam is currently at 60.2% full. The level is rising, up 2.3% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (61.2%).

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