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Ohrigstad Dam Level Today

On the Ohrigstad, Mpumalanga. Full supply capacity 13 million m3. Current as of 2026-08-31.

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91.7%
Good - Monday, 31 August 2026
Last week
92.2%
-0.5% change
Last year
68.8%
+22.9% change
Capacity
13 Mm3
13450 million litres

This is at or near full supply capacity. No water-supply concerns are expected at this level.

Recent trend: Over the last 5 weeks, Ohrigstad Dam has fallen 8.3 percentage points - about 1.66% per week.

Ohrigstad Dam Level History

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

About Ohrigstad Dam

Ohrigstad Dam has a full supply capacity of 13.4 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Ohrigstad in Mpumalanga. At 91.7% full, the dam currently holds roughly 12.3 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 12334 million litres.

Ohrigstad Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ohrigstad Dam running dry?

No, Ohrigstad Dam is not running dry. At 91.7% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Ohrigstad Dam last full?

Based on available weekly data, Ohrigstad Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-06-29.

What cities does Ohrigstad Dam supply?

Ohrigstad Dam is located in Mpumalanga on the Ohrigstad. For specific information about which municipality draws water from this dam, contact your local water services authority.

What river is Ohrigstad Dam on?

Ohrigstad Dam is on the Ohrigstad in Mpumalanga.

How is the Ohrigstad Dam level trending?

Ohrigstad Dam is currently at 91.7% full. The level is falling, down 0.5% from last week. Compared to this time last year (68.8%), the dam is in a significantly better position.

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