Nzhelele Dam Level Today
On the Nzhelele River, Limpopo. Full supply capacity 51 million m3. Current as of 2026-06-01.
This dam is over 100% of its full supply capacity - the level officially counted as "100% full". The extra water is held in flood-reserve storage above the normal full level, so water is usually spilling over the spillway or being released through the sluice gates to protect the dam wall, and rivers downstream can run high. It is the opposite of a shortage: the dam is full and overflowing.
Recent trend: Over the last 5 weeks, Nzhelele Dam has fallen 1.2 percentage points - about 0.24% per week.
Nzhelele Dam Level History
Showing 7 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-06-01.
About Nzhelele Dam
Nzhelele supplies the Nzhelele and Luvuvhu Valley in Limpopo's Vhembe District.
Nzhelele Dam has a full supply capacity of 51.2 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Nzhelele River in Limpopo. At 101.5% full, the dam currently holds roughly 52.0 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 51998 million litres.
Which Towns and Cities Does Nzhelele Dam Supply?
Nzhelele Dam supplies water to Makhado and Musina area.
Key supply areas: Makhado, Musina area.
Nzhelele Dam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nzhelele Dam running dry?
No, Nzhelele Dam is not running dry. At 101.5% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.
When was Nzhelele Dam last full?
Based on available weekly data, Nzhelele Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-06-01.
What cities does Nzhelele Dam supply?
Nzhelele Dam supplies water to Makhado and Musina area. Nzhelele supplies the Nzhelele and Luvuvhu Valley in Limpopo's Vhembe District.
What river is Nzhelele Dam on?
Nzhelele Dam is on the Nzhelele River in Limpopo.
How is the Nzhelele Dam level trending?
Nzhelele Dam is currently at 101.5% 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 (98.9%).
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