Kwena Dam Level Today
On the Crocodile River, Mpumalanga. Full supply capacity 159 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 of readings, Kwena Dam has held roughly steady (-0.2% in total).
Kwena Dam Level History
Showing 7 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-06-01.
About Kwena Dam
Kwena is on the Crocodile River near Machadodorp and supports Lowveld agriculture.
Kwena Dam has a full supply capacity of 158.7 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Crocodile River in Mpumalanga. At 100.7% full, the dam currently holds roughly 159.8 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 159761 million litres.
Which Towns and Cities Does Kwena Dam Supply?
Kwena Dam supplies water to Nelspruit and Lowveld irrigation.
Key supply areas: Nelspruit, Lowveld irrigation.
Other Dams on the Crocodile River
Kwena Dam is one of 3 dams we track on the Crocodile River. Sorted by capacity:
| Dam | Province | Cap (Mm3) | Now |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartbeespoort Dam | North West | 186 | 99.2% |
| Roodekopjes Dam | North West | 96 | 103.6% |
Kwena Dam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kwena Dam running dry?
No, Kwena Dam is not running dry. At 100.7% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.
When was Kwena Dam last full?
Based on available weekly data, Kwena Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-06-01.
What cities does Kwena Dam supply?
Kwena Dam supplies water to Nelspruit and Lowveld irrigation. Kwena is on the Crocodile River near Machadodorp and supports Lowveld agriculture.
What river is Kwena Dam on?
Kwena Dam is on the Crocodile River in Mpumalanga. Other dams on the Crocodile River include Hartbeespoort Dam, Roodekopjes Dam.
How is the Kwena Dam level trending?
Kwena Dam is currently at 100.7% 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 (100.6%).
Other Dams in Mpumalanga
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