De Hoop Dam Level Today
On the Steelpoort River, Limpopo. Full supply capacity 349 million m3. Current as of 2026-06-01.
This dam is over 100% of its full supply capacity - the level officially counted as "100% full". The extra water is held in flood-reserve storage above the normal full level, so water is usually spilling over the spillway or being released through the sluice gates to protect the dam wall, and rivers downstream can run high. It is the opposite of a shortage: the dam is full and overflowing.
Recent trend: Over the last 5 weeks of readings, De Hoop Dam has held roughly steady (+0% in total).
De Hoop Dam Level History
Showing 7 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-06-01.
About De Hoop Dam
De Hoop is a strategic dam supplying the Bushveld platinum mines and local communities in the Steelpoort River valley.
De Hoop Dam has a full supply capacity of 348.7 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Steelpoort River in Limpopo. At 100.7% full, the dam currently holds roughly 351.1 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 351141 million litres.
Which Towns and Cities Does De Hoop Dam Supply?
De Hoop Dam supplies water to Platinum belt and Steelpoort Valley.
Key supply areas: Platinum belt, Steelpoort Valley.
De Hoop Dam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is De Hoop Dam running dry?
No, De Hoop Dam is not running dry. At 100.7% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.
When was De Hoop Dam last full?
Based on available weekly data, De Hoop Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-06-01.
What cities does De Hoop Dam supply?
De Hoop Dam supplies water to Platinum belt and Steelpoort Valley. De Hoop is a strategic dam supplying the Bushveld platinum mines and local communities in the Steelpoort River valley.
What river is De Hoop Dam on?
De Hoop Dam is on the Steelpoort River in Limpopo.
How is the De Hoop Dam level trending?
De Hoop Dam is currently at 100.7% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.0% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (100.5%).
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