Lake Arthur Dam Level Today

Lake Arthur Dam has a full supply capacity of 11.3 million cubic metres (Mm3) in Eastern Cape. At 48.6% full, the dam currently holds approximately 5.5 Mm3 of water.

This is below the 50% mark where municipalities often begin introducing water-use restrictions.

Restriction thresholds to watch: Most municipalities begin warning notices around 50%, introduce Level 1 restrictions around 40%, and escalate to Level 2 around 30%. These thresholds vary by water authority.

Is Lake Arthur Dam running dry?

Lake Arthur Dam is currently 48.6% full, which is below the 50% mark. This is not "running dry" but is low enough that water restrictions may be in effect for affected areas.

When was Lake Arthur Dam last full?

Based on available data from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20, Lake Arthur Dam has not reached 99%+ full within this period. The highest recorded level was 48.6%.

What cities does Lake Arthur Dam supply?

Lake Arthur Dam is located in Eastern Cape on the null River. Supply details for specific cities are not available for all dams. For information about your water supply, contact your local municipality.

How is the Lake Arthur Dam level trending?

Lake Arthur Dam is currently at 48.6% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.4% from last week. Compared to this time last year (30.6%), the dam is in a significantly better position.