Impofu Dam Level Today
On the Krom River, Eastern Cape. Full supply capacity 106 million m3. Current as of 2026-06-01.
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, Impofu Dam has risen 63.2 percentage points - about 12.64% per week.
Impofu Dam Level History
Showing 7 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-06-01.
About Impofu Dam
Impofu Dam is part of the Algoa Water Supply System that serves Gqeberha.
Impofu Dam has a full supply capacity of 105.8 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Krom River in Eastern Cape. At 100.6% full, the dam currently holds roughly 106.4 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 106395 million litres.
Which Towns and Cities Does Impofu Dam Supply?
Impofu Dam supplies water to Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth).
Key supply areas: Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth).
Impofu Dam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Impofu Dam running dry?
No, Impofu Dam is not running dry. At 100.6% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.
When was Impofu Dam last full?
Based on available weekly data, Impofu Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-06-01.
What cities does Impofu Dam supply?
Impofu Dam supplies water to Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth). Impofu Dam is part of the Algoa Water Supply System that serves Gqeberha.
What river is Impofu Dam on?
Impofu Dam is on the Krom River in Eastern Cape.
How is the Impofu Dam level trending?
Impofu Dam is currently at 100.6% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.3% from last week. Compared to this time last year (52.1%), the dam is in a significantly better position.
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