Goedertrouw Dam Level Today

Goedertrouw, also known as Klipfontein Dam, is the main supply dam for the Richards Bay industrial complex.

Goedertrouw Dam has a full supply capacity of 301.3 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Mhlathuze River in KwaZulu-Natal. At 99.2% full, the dam currently holds roughly 298.8 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 298840 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.

Goedertrouw Dam supplies water to Richards Bay and Empangeni.

Key supply areas: Richards Bay, Empangeni.

Is Goedertrouw Dam running dry?

No, Goedertrouw Dam is not running dry. At 99.2% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Goedertrouw Dam last full?

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

What cities does Goedertrouw Dam supply?

Goedertrouw Dam supplies water to Richards Bay and Empangeni. Goedertrouw, also known as Klipfontein Dam, is the main supply dam for the Richards Bay industrial complex.

What river is Goedertrouw Dam on?

Goedertrouw Dam is on the Mhlathuze River in KwaZulu-Natal.

How is the Goedertrouw Dam level trending?

Goedertrouw Dam is currently at 99.2% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.4% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (100.9%).