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Mlanga Dam Level Today

On the Mlanga, Eastern Cape. Full supply capacity 2 million m3. Current as of 2026-10-12.

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95.2%
Good - Monday, 12 October 2026
Last week
95.8%
-0.6% change
Last year
85.1%
+10.1% change
Capacity
2 Mm3
1600 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, Mlanga Dam has risen 19.2 percentage points - about 3.84% per week.

Mlanga 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 Mlanga Dam

Mlanga Dam has a full supply capacity of 1.6 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Mlanga in Eastern Cape. At 95.2% full, the dam currently holds roughly 1.5 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 1523 million litres.

Mlanga Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mlanga Dam running dry?

No, Mlanga Dam is not running dry. At 95.2% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Mlanga Dam last full?

Based on available data from 2025-10-13 to 2026-10-12, Mlanga Dam has not reached 99%+ full within this period. The highest recorded level was 95.8%.

What cities does Mlanga Dam supply?

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

What river is Mlanga Dam on?

Mlanga Dam is on the Mlanga in Eastern Cape.

How is the Mlanga Dam level trending?

Mlanga Dam is currently at 95.2% full. The level is falling, down 0.6% from last week. Compared to this time last year (85.1%), the dam is in a significantly better position.

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