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Douglas Weir Dam Level Today

Northern Cape. Full supply capacity: 16 million m3. Latest data: 2026-04-20.

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118.9%
Good - Monday, 20 April 2026
Last week
117.3%
+1.6% change
Last year
133.8%
-14.9% change
Capacity
16 Mm3
16240 million litres

Douglas Weir Dam Level History

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Showing 2 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20. Data collected by OurPower from the official DWS weekly PDF report.

What Does 118.9% Mean for Douglas Weir Dam?

Douglas Weir Dam has a full supply capacity of 16.2 million cubic metres (Mm3) in Northern Cape. At 118.9% full, the dam currently holds approximately 19.3 Mm3 of water.

Restriction thresholds to watch: Most municipalities begin warning notices around 50%, introduce Level 1 restrictions around 40%, and escalate to Level 2 around 30%. These thresholds vary by water authority.

Douglas Weir Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Douglas Weir Dam running dry?

No, Douglas Weir Dam is not running dry. At 118.9% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Douglas Weir Dam last full?

Based on available weekly data, Douglas Weir Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-04-20.

What cities does Douglas Weir Dam supply?

Douglas Weir Dam is located in Northern Cape on the null River. Supply details for specific cities are not available for all dams. For information about your water supply, contact your local municipality.

How is the Douglas Weir Dam level trending?

Douglas Weir Dam is currently at 118.9% full. The level is rising, up 1.6% from last week. Compared to this time last year (133.8%), the dam is noticeably lower.

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