Hartbeespoort Dam Level Today
On the Crocodile River, North West. Full supply capacity 186 million m3. Current as of 2026-06-29.
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, Hartbeespoort Dam has risen 4.1 percentage points - about 0.82% per week.
Hartbeespoort Dam Level History
Showing 11 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-06-29.
About Hartbeespoort Dam
Hartbeespoort Dam is a major recreation destination west of Pretoria and a significant agricultural supply reservoir. It is prone to eutrophication and algae blooms due to upstream pollution from Gauteng.
Hartbeespoort Dam has a full supply capacity of 185.8 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Crocodile River in North West. At 100.9% full, the dam currently holds roughly 187.5 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 187462 million litres.
Which Towns and Cities Does Hartbeespoort Dam Supply?
Hartbeespoort Dam supplies water to Brits, Hartbeespoort and North West irrigation.
Key supply areas: Brits, Hartbeespoort, North West irrigation.
Other Dams on the Crocodile River
Hartbeespoort Dam is one of 3 dams we track on the Crocodile River. Sorted by capacity:
| Dam | Province | Cap (Mm3) | Now |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kwena Dam | Mpumalanga | 159 | 100.5% |
| Roodekopjes Dam | North West | 96 | 103.9% |
Hartbeespoort Dam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hartbeespoort Dam running dry?
No, Hartbeespoort Dam is not running dry. At 100.9% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.
When was Hartbeespoort Dam last full?
Based on available weekly data, Hartbeespoort Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-06-29.
What cities does Hartbeespoort Dam supply?
Hartbeespoort Dam supplies water to Brits, Hartbeespoort and North West irrigation. Hartbeespoort Dam is a major recreation destination west of Pretoria and a significant agricultural supply reservoir. It is prone to eutrophication and algae blooms due to upstream pollution from Gauteng.
What river is Hartbeespoort Dam on?
Hartbeespoort Dam is on the Crocodile River in North West. Other dams on the Crocodile River include Kwena Dam, Roodekopjes Dam.
How is the Hartbeespoort Dam level trending?
Hartbeespoort Dam is currently at 100.9% full. The level is rising, up 1.1% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (99.4%).
Other Dams in North West
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