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Houtrivier Dam Level Today

On the Hout, Limpopo. Full supply capacity 7 million m3. Current as of 2026-04-20.

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100%
Good - Monday, 20 April 2026
Last week
98.6%
+1.4% change
Last year
99%
+1.0% change
Capacity
7 Mm3
6620 million litres

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

Houtrivier Dam Level History

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

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

About Houtrivier Dam

Houtrivier Dam has a full supply capacity of 6.6 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Hout in Limpopo. At 100% full, the dam currently holds roughly 6.6 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 6620 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.

Houtrivier Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Houtrivier Dam running dry?

No, Houtrivier Dam is not running dry. At 100% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Houtrivier Dam last full?

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

What cities does Houtrivier Dam supply?

Houtrivier Dam is located in Limpopo on the Hout. For specific information about which municipality draws water from this dam, contact your local water services authority.

What river is Houtrivier Dam on?

Houtrivier Dam is on the Hout in Limpopo.

How is the Houtrivier Dam level trending?

Houtrivier Dam is currently at 100% full. The level is rising, up 1.4% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (99%).

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