Pongolapoort Dam Level Today

Also known as Jozini Dam, Pongolapoort is the largest dam in KwaZulu-Natal and an important source for Northern KZN and tourism.

Pongolapoort Dam has a full supply capacity of 2395.2 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Pongola River in KwaZulu-Natal. At 85.1% full, the dam currently holds roughly 2038.3 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 2038349 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.

Pongolapoort Dam supplies water to Jozini and Northern KZN irrigation.

Key supply areas: Jozini, Northern KZN irrigation.

Is Pongolapoort Dam running dry?

No, Pongolapoort Dam is not running dry. At 85.1% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Pongolapoort Dam last full?

Based on available data from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20, Pongolapoort Dam has not reached 99%+ full within this period. The highest recorded level was 93.5%.

What cities does Pongolapoort Dam supply?

Pongolapoort Dam supplies water to Jozini and Northern KZN irrigation. Also known as Jozini Dam, Pongolapoort is the largest dam in KwaZulu-Natal and an important source for Northern KZN and tourism.

What river is Pongolapoort Dam on?

Pongolapoort Dam is on the Pongola River in KwaZulu-Natal.

How is the Pongolapoort Dam level trending?

Pongolapoort Dam is currently at 85.1% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.4% from last week. Compared to this time last year (100%), the dam is noticeably lower.