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Fika-Patso Dam Level Today

On the Namahadi, Free State. Full supply capacity 29 million m3. Current as of 2026-04-20.

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99.5%
Good - Monday, 20 April 2026
Last week
99.5%
+0.0% change
Last year
100%
-0.5% change
Capacity
29 Mm3
29410 million litres

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

Fika-Patso Dam Level History

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

Showing 2 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20.

About Fika-Patso Dam

Fika-Patso Dam has a full supply capacity of 29.4 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Namahadi in Free State. At 99.5% full, the dam currently holds roughly 29.3 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 29263 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.

Fika-Patso Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fika-Patso Dam running dry?

No, Fika-Patso Dam is not running dry. At 99.5% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Fika-Patso Dam last full?

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

What cities does Fika-Patso Dam supply?

Fika-Patso Dam is located in Free State on the Namahadi. For specific information about which municipality draws water from this dam, contact your local water services authority.

What river is Fika-Patso Dam on?

Fika-Patso Dam is on the Namahadi in Free State.

How is the Fika-Patso Dam level trending?

Fika-Patso Dam is currently at 99.5% 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%).

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