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Rietvlei Dam Level Today

On the Hennops, Gauteng. Full supply capacity 12 million m3. Current as of 2026-08-31.

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76.5%
Good - Monday, 31 August 2026
Last week
90.5%
-14.0% change
Last year
86.2%
-9.7% change
Capacity
12 Mm3
12250 million litres

This is a healthy level with comfortable reserves.

Recent trend: Over the last 5 weeks, Rietvlei Dam has fallen 23.3 percentage points - about 4.66% per week.

Rietvlei Dam Level History

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

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

About Rietvlei Dam

Rietvlei Dam has a full supply capacity of 12.3 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Hennops in Gauteng. At 76.5% full, the dam currently holds roughly 9.4 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 9371 million litres.

Rietvlei Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rietvlei Dam running dry?

No, Rietvlei Dam is not running dry. At 76.5% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Rietvlei Dam last full?

Based on available weekly data, Rietvlei Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-06-29.

What cities does Rietvlei Dam supply?

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

What river is Rietvlei Dam on?

Rietvlei Dam is on the Hennops in Gauteng.

How is the Rietvlei Dam level trending?

Rietvlei Dam is currently at 76.5% full. The level is falling, down 14.0% from last week. Compared to this time last year (86.2%), the dam is noticeably lower.

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