Krugersdrift Dam Level Today

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 102.9% full, the dam currently holds roughly 73.6 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 73553 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.

Krugersdrift Dam supplies water to Bloemfontein area.

Key supply areas: Bloemfontein area.

Is Krugersdrift Dam running dry?

No, Krugersdrift Dam is not running dry. At 102.9% 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 2026-04-20.

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 102.9% full. The level is rising, up 2.6% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (104.4%).