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Ntenetyana Dam Level Today

Eastern Cape. Full supply capacity 2 million m3. Current as of 2026-08-31.

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69.2%
Moderate - Monday, 31 August 2026
Last week
71.1%
-1.9% change
Last year
96.9%
-27.7% change
Capacity
2 Mm3
1610 million litres

This is a moderate level. No restrictions expected unless demand is unusually high or the dam is very small.

Recent trend: Over the last 5 weeks, Ntenetyana Dam has fallen 19.6 percentage points - about 3.92% per week.

Ntenetyana Dam Level History

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Showing 16 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-08-31.

About Ntenetyana Dam

Ntenetyana Dam has a full supply capacity of 1.6 million cubic metres (Mm3) in Eastern Cape. At 69.2% full, the dam currently holds roughly 1.1 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 1114 million litres.

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.

Ntenetyana Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ntenetyana Dam running dry?

No, Ntenetyana Dam is not running dry. At 69.2% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Ntenetyana Dam last full?

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

What cities does Ntenetyana Dam supply?

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

What river is Ntenetyana Dam on?

The river catchment that Ntenetyana Dam sits in is not recorded on this page. For catchment details, consult the Department of Water and Sanitation.

How is the Ntenetyana Dam level trending?

Ntenetyana Dam is currently at 69.2% full. The level is falling, down 1.9% from last week. Compared to this time last year (96.9%), the dam is noticeably lower.

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