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Marico-Bosveld Dam Level Today

On the Groot-Marico, North West. Full supply capacity 27 million m3. Current as of 2026-04-20.

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105.7%
Good - Monday, 20 April 2026
Last week
101%
+4.7% change
Last year
101.4%
+4.3% change
Capacity
27 Mm3
26930 million litres

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

Marico-Bosveld Dam Level History

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

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

About Marico-Bosveld Dam

Marico-Bosveld Dam has a full supply capacity of 26.9 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Groot-Marico in North West. At 105.7% full, the dam currently holds roughly 28.5 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 28465 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.

Marico-Bosveld Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marico-Bosveld Dam running dry?

No, Marico-Bosveld Dam is not running dry. At 105.7% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Marico-Bosveld Dam last full?

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

What cities does Marico-Bosveld Dam supply?

Marico-Bosveld Dam is located in North West on the Groot-Marico. For specific information about which municipality draws water from this dam, contact your local water services authority.

What river is Marico-Bosveld Dam on?

Marico-Bosveld Dam is on the Groot-Marico in North West.

How is the Marico-Bosveld Dam level trending?

Marico-Bosveld Dam is currently at 105.7% full. The level is rising, up 4.7% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (101.4%).

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