Morgenstond Dam Level Today

Morgenstond is part of the Usutu scheme supplying Eskom power stations.

Morgenstond Dam has a full supply capacity of 100.0 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Mpuluzi River in Mpumalanga. At 100.4% full, the dam currently holds roughly 100.4 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 100390 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.

Morgenstond Dam supplies water to Eskom Mpumalanga power stations.

Key supply areas: Eskom Mpumalanga power stations.

Is Morgenstond Dam running dry?

No, Morgenstond Dam is not running dry. At 100.4% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Morgenstond Dam last full?

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

What cities does Morgenstond Dam supply?

Morgenstond Dam supplies water to Eskom Mpumalanga power stations. Morgenstond is part of the Usutu scheme supplying Eskom power stations.

What river is Morgenstond Dam on?

Morgenstond Dam is on the Mpuluzi River in Mpumalanga.

How is the Morgenstond Dam level trending?

Morgenstond Dam is currently at 100.4% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.1% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (100.3%).