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Poortjieskloof Dam Level Today

Western Cape. Full supply capacity 10 million m3. Current as of 2026-08-31.

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99.2%
Good - Monday, 31 August 2026
Last week
99.5%
-0.3% change
Last year
88.5%
+10.7% change
Capacity
10 Mm3
9720 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, Poortjieskloof Dam has fallen 1.4 percentage points - about 0.28% per week.

Poortjieskloof Dam Level History

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

About Poortjieskloof Dam

Poortjieskloof Dam has a full supply capacity of 9.7 million cubic metres (Mm3) in Western Cape. At 99.2% full, the dam currently holds roughly 9.6 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 9642 million litres.

Poortjieskloof Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Poortjieskloof Dam running dry?

No, Poortjieskloof Dam is not running dry. At 99.2% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Poortjieskloof Dam last full?

Based on available weekly data, Poortjieskloof Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-08-31.

What cities does Poortjieskloof Dam supply?

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

What river is Poortjieskloof Dam on?

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

How is the Poortjieskloof Dam level trending?

Poortjieskloof Dam is currently at 99.2% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.3% from last week. Compared to this time last year (88.5%), the dam is in a significantly better position.

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