Krugersdrift Dam Level Today
On the Modder River, Free State. Full supply capacity 71 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, Krugersdrift Dam has fallen 2.4 percentage points - about 0.48% per week.
Krugersdrift Dam Level History
Showing 7 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-06-01.
About Krugersdrift Dam
Krugersdrift is downstream of Rustfontein on the Modder River and supports the central Free State.
Krugersdrift Dam has a full supply capacity of 71.5 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Modder River in Free State. At 100.5% full, the dam currently holds roughly 71.8 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 71837 million litres.
Which Towns and Cities Does Krugersdrift Dam Supply?
Krugersdrift Dam supplies water to Bloemfontein area.
Key supply areas: Bloemfontein area.
Other Dams on the Modder River
Krugersdrift Dam is one of 2 dams we track on the Modder River. Sorted by capacity:
| Dam | Province | Cap (Mm3) | Now |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rustfontein Dam | Free State | 72 | 99.5% |
Krugersdrift Dam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Krugersdrift Dam running dry?
No, Krugersdrift Dam is not running dry. At 100.5% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.
When was Krugersdrift Dam last full?
Based on available weekly data, Krugersdrift Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-06-01.
What cities does Krugersdrift Dam supply?
Krugersdrift Dam supplies water to Bloemfontein area. Krugersdrift is downstream of Rustfontein on the Modder River and supports the central Free State.
What river is Krugersdrift Dam on?
Krugersdrift Dam is on the Modder River in Free State. Other dams on the Modder River include Rustfontein Dam.
How is the Krugersdrift Dam level trending?
Krugersdrift Dam is currently at 100.5% full. The level is falling, down 0.8% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (100.6%).
Other Dams in Free State
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