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Pella Lethlakane Dam Level Today

North West. Full supply capacity 2 million m3. Current as of 2026-10-12.

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66.5%
Moderate - Monday, 12 October 2026
Last week
67.2%
-0.7% change
Last year
50.4%
+16.1% change
Capacity
2 Mm3
2110 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, Pella Lethlakane Dam has fallen 6.3 percentage points - about 1.26% per week.

Pella Lethlakane Dam Level History

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

Showing 18 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-10-12.

About Pella Lethlakane Dam

Pella Lethlakane Dam has a full supply capacity of 2.1 million cubic metres (Mm3) in North West. At 66.5% full, the dam currently holds roughly 1.4 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 1403 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.

Pella Lethlakane Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pella Lethlakane Dam running dry?

No, Pella Lethlakane Dam is not running dry. At 66.5% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Pella Lethlakane Dam last full?

Based on available data from 2025-10-13 to 2026-10-12, Pella Lethlakane Dam has not reached 99%+ full within this period. The highest recorded level was 84.9%.

What cities does Pella Lethlakane Dam supply?

Pella Lethlakane Dam is located in North West. For specific information about which municipality draws water from this dam, contact your local water services authority.

What river is Pella Lethlakane Dam on?

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

How is the Pella Lethlakane Dam level trending?

Pella Lethlakane Dam is currently at 66.5% full. The level is falling, down 0.7% from last week. Compared to this time last year (50.4%), the dam is in a significantly better position.

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