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Pietersfontein Dam Level Today

On the Pietersfontein, Western Cape. Full supply capacity 2 million m3. Current as of 2026-04-20.

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90.5%
Good - Monday, 20 April 2026
Last week
91.1%
-0.6% change
Last year
81.3%
+9.2% change
Capacity
2 Mm3
1920 million litres

The dam is at or near full capacity. No water supply concerns are expected at this level.

Pietersfontein Dam Level History

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

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

About Pietersfontein Dam

Pietersfontein Dam has a full supply capacity of 1.9 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Pietersfontein in Western Cape. At 90.5% full, the dam currently holds roughly 1.7 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 1738 million litres.

The dam is at or near full capacity. No water supply concerns are expected at this level.

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.

Pietersfontein Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pietersfontein Dam running dry?

No, Pietersfontein Dam is not running dry. At 90.5% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Pietersfontein Dam last full?

Based on available data from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20, Pietersfontein Dam has not reached 99%+ full within this period. The highest recorded level was 90.5%.

What cities does Pietersfontein Dam supply?

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

What river is Pietersfontein Dam on?

Pietersfontein Dam is on the Pietersfontein in Western Cape.

How is the Pietersfontein Dam level trending?

Pietersfontein Dam is currently at 90.5% full. The level is falling, down 0.6% from last week. Compared to this time last year (81.3%), the dam is in a significantly better position.

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