Kwena Dam Level Today
On the Crocodile River, Mpumalanga. Full supply capacity 159 million m3. Current as of 2026-10-12.
This is at or near full supply capacity. No water-supply concerns are expected at this level.
Recent trend: Over the last 5 weeks, Kwena Dam has fallen 0.5 percentage points - about 0.1% per week.
Kwena Dam Level History
Showing 18 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-10-12.
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 99.8% full, the dam currently holds roughly 158.3 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 158333 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 | 100.7% |
| Roodekopjes Dam | North West | 96 | 103.4% |
Kwena Dam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kwena Dam running dry?
No, Kwena Dam is not running dry. At 99.8% 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 2026-10-12.
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 99.8% full. The level is falling, down 0.6% from last week. Compared to this time last year (83.2%), the dam is in a significantly better position.
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