Midmar Dam Level Today

Midmar is the uppermost major dam in the Mgeni system and a well-known recreation destination. It supplies Pietermaritzburg directly and feeds downstream to eThekwini via the Mgeni River.

Midmar Dam has a full supply capacity of 235.4 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Mgeni River in KwaZulu-Natal. At 99.3% full, the dam currently holds roughly 233.8 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 233772 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.

Midmar Dam supplies water to Pietermaritzburg and Durban.

Key supply areas: Pietermaritzburg, Durban.

Is Midmar Dam running dry?

No, Midmar Dam is not running dry. At 99.3% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Midmar Dam last full?

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

What cities does Midmar Dam supply?

Midmar Dam supplies water to Pietermaritzburg and Durban. Midmar is the uppermost major dam in the Mgeni system and a well-known recreation destination. It supplies Pietermaritzburg directly and feeds downstream to eThekwini via the Mgeni River.

What river is Midmar Dam on?

Midmar Dam is on the Mgeni River in KwaZulu-Natal. Other dams on the Mgeni River include Albert Falls Dam, Inanda Dam.

How is the Midmar Dam level trending?

Midmar Dam is currently at 99.3% full. The level is falling, down 0.5% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (102%).