De Hoop Dam Level Today

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.

The dam is at or near full capacity. No water supply concerns are expected at this level.

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 Hoop Dam supplies water to Platinum belt and Steelpoort Valley.

Key supply areas: Platinum belt, Steelpoort Valley.

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 2026-04-20.

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 0.2% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (101%).