Ntshingwayo Dam Level Today

Ntshingwayo, also known as Chelmsford Dam, supplies Newcastle and surrounds in northern KZN.

Ntshingwayo Dam has a full supply capacity of 194.6 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Ngagane River in KwaZulu-Natal. At 77.6% full, the dam currently holds roughly 151.0 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 150979 million litres.

This is a healthy level with comfortable reserves.

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.

Ntshingwayo Dam supplies water to Newcastle and Madadeni.

Key supply areas: Newcastle, Madadeni.

Is Ntshingwayo Dam running dry?

No, Ntshingwayo Dam is not running dry. At 77.6% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Ntshingwayo Dam last full?

Based on available data from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20, Ntshingwayo Dam has not reached 99%+ full within this period. The highest recorded level was 80.9%.

What cities does Ntshingwayo Dam supply?

Ntshingwayo Dam supplies water to Newcastle and Madadeni. Ntshingwayo, also known as Chelmsford Dam, supplies Newcastle and surrounds in northern KZN.

What river is Ntshingwayo Dam on?

Ntshingwayo Dam is on the Ngagane River in KwaZulu-Natal.

How is the Ntshingwayo Dam level trending?

Ntshingwayo Dam is currently at 77.6% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.3% from last week. Compared to this time last year (87.2%), the dam is noticeably lower.