Ncora Dam Level Today

Ncora is one of the largest irrigation dams in the former Transkei region.

Ncora Dam has a full supply capacity of 144.8 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Tsomo River in Eastern Cape. At 98.5% full, the dam currently holds roughly 142.7 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 142677 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.

Ncora Dam supplies water to Cofimvaba area.

Key supply areas: Cofimvaba area.

Is Ncora Dam running dry?

No, Ncora Dam is not running dry. At 98.5% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Ncora Dam last full?

Based on available data from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20, Ncora Dam has not reached 99%+ full within this period. The highest recorded level was 98.5%.

What cities does Ncora Dam supply?

Ncora Dam supplies water to Cofimvaba area. Ncora is one of the largest irrigation dams in the former Transkei region.

What river is Ncora Dam on?

Ncora Dam is on the Tsomo River in Eastern Cape.

How is the Ncora Dam level trending?

Ncora Dam is currently at 98.5% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.4% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (100.8%).