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Luphephe Dam Level Today

On the Luphephe, Limpopo. Full supply capacity 14 million m3. Current as of 2026-04-20.

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101.4%
Good - Monday, 20 April 2026
Last week
101.6%
-0.2% change
Last year
72.3%
+29.1% change
Capacity
14 Mm3
13980 million litres

The dam is at or near full capacity. No water supply concerns are expected at this level.

Luphephe Dam Level History

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

Showing 2 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20.

About Luphephe Dam

Luphephe Dam has a full supply capacity of 14.0 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Luphephe in Limpopo. At 101.4% full, the dam currently holds roughly 14.2 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 14176 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.

Luphephe Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Luphephe Dam running dry?

No, Luphephe Dam is not running dry. At 101.4% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Luphephe Dam last full?

Based on available weekly data, Luphephe Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-04-20.

What cities does Luphephe Dam supply?

Luphephe Dam is located in Limpopo on the Luphephe. For specific information about which municipality draws water from this dam, contact your local water services authority.

What river is Luphephe Dam on?

Luphephe Dam is on the Luphephe in Limpopo.

How is the Luphephe Dam level trending?

Luphephe Dam is currently at 101.4% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.2% from last week. Compared to this time last year (72.3%), the dam is in a significantly better position.

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