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Grassridge Dam Level Today

Eastern Cape. Full supply capacity 44 million m3. Current as of 2026-06-01.

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71.4%
Moderate - Monday, 1 June 2026
Last week
91.3%
-19.9% change
Last year
55.7%
+15.7% change
Capacity
44 Mm3
44490 million litres

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

Recent trend: Over the last 5 weeks, Grassridge Dam has fallen 20.3 percentage points - about 4.06% per week.

Grassridge Dam Level History

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

Showing 7 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-06-01.

About Grassridge Dam

Grassridge Dam has a full supply capacity of 44.5 million cubic metres (Mm3) in Eastern Cape. At 71.4% full, the dam currently holds roughly 31.8 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 31766 million litres.

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.

Grassridge Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grassridge Dam running dry?

No, Grassridge Dam is not running dry. At 71.4% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Grassridge Dam last full?

Based on available data from 2025-10-13 to 2026-06-01, Grassridge Dam has not reached 99%+ full within this period. The highest recorded level was 94.2%.

What cities does Grassridge Dam supply?

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

What river is Grassridge Dam on?

The river catchment that Grassridge Dam sits in is not recorded on this page. For catchment details, consult the Department of Water and Sanitation.

How is the Grassridge Dam level trending?

Grassridge Dam is currently at 71.4% full. The level is falling, down 19.9% from last week. Compared to this time last year (55.7%), the dam is in a significantly better position.

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