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Debe Dam Level Today

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

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92.1%
Good - Monday, 12 October 2026
Last week
92.1%
+0.0% change
Last year
44%
+48.1% change
Capacity
6 Mm3
6330 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, Debe Dam has risen 33.1 percentage points - about 6.62% per week.

Debe Dam Level History

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

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

About Debe Dam

Debe Dam has a full supply capacity of 6.3 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Debe in Eastern Cape. At 92.1% full, the dam currently holds roughly 5.8 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 5830 million litres.

Debe Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Debe Dam running dry?

No, Debe Dam is not running dry. At 92.1% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Debe Dam last full?

Based on available data from 2025-10-13 to 2026-10-12, Debe Dam has not reached 99%+ full within this period. The highest recorded level was 92.1%.

What cities does Debe Dam supply?

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

What river is Debe Dam on?

Debe Dam is on the Debe in Eastern Cape.

How is the Debe Dam level trending?

Debe Dam is currently at 92.1% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.0% from last week. Compared to this time last year (44%), the dam is in a significantly better position.

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