Rhenosterkop Dam Level Today
On the Elands River, Mpumalanga. Full supply capacity 205 million m3. Current as of 2026-06-01.
This dam is over 100% of its full supply capacity - the level officially counted as "100% full". The extra water is held in flood-reserve storage above the normal full level, so water is usually spilling over the spillway or being released through the sluice gates to protect the dam wall, and rivers downstream can run high. It is the opposite of a shortage: the dam is full and overflowing.
Recent trend: Over the last 5 weeks, Rhenosterkop Dam has risen 0.4 percentage points - about 0.08% per week.
Rhenosterkop Dam Level History
Showing 7 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-06-01.
About Rhenosterkop Dam
Rhenosterkop, also called Mkhombo Dam, supplies irrigation and domestic users in the Elands-Olifants catchment.
Rhenosterkop Dam has a full supply capacity of 204.6 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Elands River in Mpumalanga. At 101.1% full, the dam currently holds roughly 206.8 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 206830 million litres.
Which Towns and Cities Does Rhenosterkop Dam Supply?
Rhenosterkop Dam supplies water to Limpopo Olifants catchment.
Key supply areas: Limpopo Olifants catchment.
Other Dams on the Elands River
Rhenosterkop Dam is one of 2 dams we track on the Elands River. Sorted by capacity:
| Dam | Province | Cap (Mm3) | Now |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vaalkop Dam | North West | 51 | 103.5% |
Rhenosterkop Dam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rhenosterkop Dam running dry?
No, Rhenosterkop Dam is not running dry. At 101.1% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.
When was Rhenosterkop Dam last full?
Based on available weekly data, Rhenosterkop Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-06-01.
What cities does Rhenosterkop Dam supply?
Rhenosterkop Dam supplies water to Limpopo Olifants catchment. Rhenosterkop, also called Mkhombo Dam, supplies irrigation and domestic users in the Elands-Olifants catchment.
What river is Rhenosterkop Dam on?
Rhenosterkop Dam is on the Elands River in Mpumalanga. Other dams on the Elands River include Vaalkop Dam.
How is the Rhenosterkop Dam level trending?
Rhenosterkop Dam is currently at 101.1% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.0% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (100.9%).
Other Dams in Mpumalanga
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