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De Bos Dam Level Today

On the Onrus, Western Cape. Full supply capacity 6 million m3. Current as of 2026-10-12.

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98.6%
Good - Monday, 12 October 2026
Last week
98.9%
-0.3% change
Last year
99.2%
-0.6% change
Capacity
6 Mm3
5740 million litres

This is at or near full supply capacity. No water-supply concerns are expected at this level.

Recent trend: Over the last 5 weeks, De Bos Dam has fallen 1.4 percentage points - about 0.28% per week.

De Bos Dam Level History

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Showing 18 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-10-12.

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 98.6% full, the dam currently holds roughly 5.7 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 5660 million litres.

De Bos Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is De Bos Dam running dry?

No, De Bos Dam is not running dry. At 98.6% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was De Bos Dam last full?

Based on available weekly data, De Bos Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-08-31.

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 98.6% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.3% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (99.2%).

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