Kommandodrift Dam Level Today
On the Tarka River, Eastern Cape. Full supply capacity 56 million m3. Current as of 2026-08-31.
This is at or near full supply capacity. No water-supply concerns are expected at this level.
Recent trend: Over the last 5 weeks of readings, Kommandodrift Dam has held roughly steady (+0% in total).
Kommandodrift Dam Level History
Showing 16 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-08-31.
About Kommandodrift Dam
Kommandodrift is on the Tarka River, a tributary of the Great Fish River in the Eastern Cape midlands.
Kommandodrift Dam has a full supply capacity of 56.0 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Tarka River in Eastern Cape. At 99.1% full, the dam currently holds roughly 55.4 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 55446 million litres.
Which Towns and Cities Does Kommandodrift Dam Supply?
Kommandodrift Dam supplies water to Cradock area.
Key supply areas: Cradock area.
Other Dams on the Tarka River
Kommandodrift Dam is one of 2 dams we track on the Tarka River. Sorted by capacity:
| Dam | Province | Cap (Mm3) | Now |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kommandodrift Dam | Eastern Cape | 180 | 46.5% |
Kommandodrift Dam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kommandodrift Dam running dry?
No, Kommandodrift Dam is not running dry. At 99.1% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.
When was Kommandodrift Dam last full?
Based on available weekly data, Kommandodrift Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-08-31.
What cities does Kommandodrift Dam supply?
Kommandodrift Dam supplies water to Cradock area. Kommandodrift is on the Tarka River, a tributary of the Great Fish River in the Eastern Cape midlands.
What river is Kommandodrift Dam on?
Kommandodrift Dam is on the Tarka River in Eastern Cape. Other dams on the Tarka River include Kommandodrift Dam.
How is the Kommandodrift Dam level trending?
Kommandodrift Dam is currently at 99.1% full. The level is falling, down 0.6% from last week. Compared to this time last year (83.5%), the dam is in a significantly better position.
Other Dams in Eastern Cape
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