Inanda Dam Level Today
On the Mgeni River, KwaZulu-Natal. Full supply capacity 237 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, Inanda Dam has fallen 0.4 percentage points - about 0.08% per week.
Inanda Dam Level History
Showing 7 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-06-01.
About Inanda Dam
Inanda is the lowest dam in the Mgeni River system, just upstream of Durban. It provides supply and flow balancing for the eThekwini metro.
Inanda Dam has a full supply capacity of 237.4 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Mgeni River in KwaZulu-Natal. At 100.9% full, the dam currently holds roughly 239.5 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 239537 million litres.
Which Towns and Cities Does Inanda Dam Supply?
Inanda Dam supplies water to Durban.
Key supply areas: Durban.
Other Dams on the Mgeni River
Inanda Dam is one of 3 dams we track on the Mgeni River. Sorted by capacity:
| Dam | Province | Cap (Mm3) | Now |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albert Falls Dam | KwaZulu-Natal | 286 | 96.5% |
| Midmar Dam | KwaZulu-Natal | 235 | 95.2% |
Inanda Dam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Inanda Dam running dry?
No, Inanda Dam is not running dry. At 100.9% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.
When was Inanda Dam last full?
Based on available weekly data, Inanda Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-06-01.
What cities does Inanda Dam supply?
Inanda Dam supplies water to Durban. Inanda is the lowest dam in the Mgeni River system, just upstream of Durban. It provides supply and flow balancing for the eThekwini metro.
What river is Inanda Dam on?
Inanda Dam is on the Mgeni River in KwaZulu-Natal. Other dams on the Mgeni River include Albert Falls Dam, Midmar Dam.
How is the Inanda Dam level trending?
Inanda Dam is currently at 100.9% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.1% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (101.6%).
Other Dams in KwaZulu-Natal
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