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Ernest Robertson Dam Level Today

Western Cape. Full supply capacity: 0 million m3. Latest data: 2026-04-20.

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70.8%
Moderate - Monday, 20 April 2026
Last week
70.8%
+0.0% change
Last year
99.5%
-28.7% change
Capacity
0 Mm3
410 million litres

This is a moderate level. No restrictions expected unless demand is unusually high or the dam is very small.

Ernest Robertson Dam Level History

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

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 70.8% Mean for Ernest Robertson Dam?

Ernest Robertson Dam has a full supply capacity of 0.4 million cubic metres (Mm3) in Western Cape. At 70.8% full, the dam currently holds approximately 0.3 Mm3 of water.

This is a moderate level. No restrictions expected unless demand is unusually high or the dam is very small.

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.

Ernest Robertson Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ernest Robertson Dam running dry?

No, Ernest Robertson Dam is not running dry. At 70.8% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Ernest Robertson Dam last full?

Based on available data from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20, Ernest Robertson Dam has not reached 99%+ full within this period. The highest recorded level was 70.8%.

What cities does Ernest Robertson Dam supply?

Ernest Robertson Dam is located in Western 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 Ernest Robertson Dam level trending?

Ernest Robertson Dam is currently at 70.8% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.0% from last week. Compared to this time last year (99.5%), the dam is noticeably lower.

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