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Lake Arthur Dam Level Today

Eastern Cape. Full supply capacity 11 million m3. Current as of 2026-10-12.

OurPower is an independent information site and is not affiliated with the Department of Water and Sanitation. Dam level data is sourced from official DWS reporting and is updated weekly.
92.3%
Good - Monday, 12 October 2026
Last week
94.6%
-2.3% change
Last year
24.4%
+67.9% change
Capacity
11 Mm3
11290 million litres

This is at or near full supply capacity. No water-supply concerns are expected at this level.

Recent trend: Over the last 5 weeks, Lake Arthur Dam has risen 28.5 percentage points - about 5.7% per week.

Lake Arthur Dam Level History

0%25%50%75%100%Oct 25Jun 26Oct 26

Showing 18 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-10-12.

About Lake Arthur Dam

Lake Arthur Dam has a full supply capacity of 11.3 million cubic metres (Mm3) in Eastern Cape. At 92.3% full, the dam currently holds roughly 10.4 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 10421 million litres.

Lake Arthur Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lake Arthur Dam running dry?

No, Lake Arthur Dam is not running dry. At 92.3% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Lake Arthur Dam last full?

Based on available data from 2025-10-13 to 2026-10-12, Lake Arthur Dam has not reached 99%+ full within this period. The highest recorded level was 94.6%.

What cities does Lake Arthur Dam supply?

Lake Arthur Dam is located in Eastern Cape. For specific information about which municipality draws water from this dam, contact your local water services authority.

What river is Lake Arthur Dam on?

The river catchment that Lake Arthur Dam sits in is not recorded on this page. For catchment details, consult the Department of Water and Sanitation.

How is the Lake Arthur Dam level trending?

Lake Arthur Dam is currently at 92.3% full. The level is falling, down 2.3% from last week. Compared to this time last year (24.4%), the dam is in a significantly better position.

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