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De Bos Dam Level Today

On the Onrus, Western Cape. Full supply capacity 6 million m3. Current as of 2026-04-20.

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63.2%
Moderate - Monday, 20 April 2026
Last week
64%
-0.8% change
Last year
73.8%
-10.6% change
Capacity
6 Mm3
5740 million litres

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

De Bos Dam Level History

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

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

About De Bos Dam

De Bos Dam has a full supply capacity of 5.7 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Onrus in Western Cape. At 63.2% full, the dam currently holds roughly 3.6 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 3628 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.

De Bos Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is De Bos Dam running dry?

No, De Bos Dam is not running dry. At 63.2% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was De Bos Dam last full?

Based on available data from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20, De Bos Dam has not reached 99%+ full within this period. The highest recorded level was 98.9%.

What cities does De Bos Dam supply?

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

What river is De Bos Dam on?

De Bos Dam is on the Onrus in Western Cape.

How is the De Bos Dam level trending?

De Bos Dam is currently at 63.2% full. The level is falling, down 0.8% from last week. Compared to this time last year (73.8%), the dam is noticeably lower.

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