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Oukloof Dam Level Today

On the Cordiers, Western Cape. Full supply capacity 4 million m3. Current as of 2026-04-20.

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77.9%
Good - Monday, 20 April 2026
Last week
78.4%
-0.5% change
Last year
92.3%
-14.4% change
Capacity
4 Mm3
4260 million litres

This is a healthy level with comfortable reserves.

Oukloof Dam Level History

0%25%50%75%100%Oct 25Apr 26

Showing 2 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20.

About Oukloof Dam

Oukloof Dam has a full supply capacity of 4.3 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Cordiers in Western Cape. At 77.9% full, the dam currently holds roughly 3.3 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 3319 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.

Oukloof Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oukloof Dam running dry?

No, Oukloof Dam is not running dry. At 77.9% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Oukloof Dam last full?

Based on available data from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20, Oukloof Dam has not reached 99%+ full within this period. The highest recorded level was 93.6%.

What cities does Oukloof Dam supply?

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

What river is Oukloof Dam on?

Oukloof Dam is on the Cordiers in Western Cape.

How is the Oukloof Dam level trending?

Oukloof Dam is currently at 77.9% full. The level is falling, down 0.5% from last week. Compared to this time last year (92.3%), the dam is noticeably lower.

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