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Kalkfontein Dam Level Today

On the Riet River, Free State. Full supply capacity 325 million m3. Current as of 2026-04-20.

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101.6%
Good - Monday, 20 April 2026
Last week
101.4%
+0.2% change
Last year
97.6%
+4.0% change
Capacity
325 Mm3
325130 million litres

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

Kalkfontein Dam Level History

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

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

About Kalkfontein Dam

Kalkfontein supports the Riet River Government Water Scheme in the central Free State.

Kalkfontein Dam has a full supply capacity of 325.1 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Riet River in Free State. At 101.6% full, the dam currently holds roughly 330.3 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 330332 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.

Which Towns and Cities Does Kalkfontein Dam Supply?

Kalkfontein Dam supplies water to Jacobsdal and Koffiefontein.

Key supply areas: Jacobsdal, Koffiefontein.

Kalkfontein Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kalkfontein Dam running dry?

No, Kalkfontein Dam is not running dry. At 101.6% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Kalkfontein Dam last full?

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

What cities does Kalkfontein Dam supply?

Kalkfontein Dam supplies water to Jacobsdal and Koffiefontein. Kalkfontein supports the Riet River Government Water Scheme in the central Free State.

What river is Kalkfontein Dam on?

Kalkfontein Dam is on the Riet River in Free State.

How is the Kalkfontein Dam level trending?

Kalkfontein Dam is currently at 101.6% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.2% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (97.6%).

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