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Hans Merensky Dam Level Today

Limpopo. Full supply capacity 1 million m3. Current as of 2026-06-01.

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103.1%
Full - overflowing - Monday, 1 June 2026
Last week
103.5%
-0.4% change
Last year
101.9%
+1.2% change
Capacity
1 Mm3
1220 million litres

This dam is over 100% of its full supply capacity - the level officially counted as "100% full". The extra water is held in flood-reserve storage above the normal full level, so water is usually spilling over the spillway or being released through the sluice gates to protect the dam wall, and rivers downstream can run high. It is the opposite of a shortage: the dam is full and overflowing.

Recent trend: Over the last 5 weeks, Hans Merensky Dam has fallen 0.4 percentage points - about 0.08% per week.

Hans Merensky Dam Level History

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

About Hans Merensky Dam

Hans Merensky Dam has a full supply capacity of 1.2 million cubic metres (Mm3) in Limpopo. At 103.1% full, the dam currently holds roughly 1.3 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 1258 million litres.

Hans Merensky Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hans Merensky Dam running dry?

No, Hans Merensky Dam is not running dry. At 103.1% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Hans Merensky Dam last full?

Based on available weekly data, Hans Merensky Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-06-01.

What cities does Hans Merensky Dam supply?

Hans Merensky Dam is located in Limpopo. For specific information about which municipality draws water from this dam, contact your local water services authority.

What river is Hans Merensky Dam on?

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

How is the Hans Merensky Dam level trending?

Hans Merensky Dam is currently at 103.1% 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 (101.9%).

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