Roode Els Berg Dam Level Today
On the Sanddrifskloof, Western Cape. Full supply capacity 8 million m3. Current as of 2026-10-12.
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, Roode Els Berg Dam has risen 2.4 percentage points - about 0.48% per week.
Roode Els Berg Dam Level History
Showing 18 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-10-12.
About Roode Els Berg Dam
Roode Els Berg Dam has a full supply capacity of 7.7 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Sanddrifskloof in Western Cape. At 100.1% full, the dam currently holds roughly 7.7 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 7738 million litres.
Other Dams on the Sanddrifskloof
Roode Els Berg Dam is one of 2 dams we track on the Sanddrifskloof. Sorted by capacity:
| Dam | Province | Cap (Mm3) | Now |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakenvallei | Western Cape | 10 | 100.2% |
Roode Els Berg Dam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Roode Els Berg Dam running dry?
No, Roode Els Berg Dam is not running dry. At 100.1% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.
When was Roode Els Berg Dam last full?
Based on available weekly data, Roode Els Berg Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-10-12.
What cities does Roode Els Berg Dam supply?
Roode Els Berg Dam is located in Western Cape on the Sanddrifskloof. For specific information about which municipality draws water from this dam, contact your local water services authority.
What river is Roode Els Berg Dam on?
Roode Els Berg Dam is on the Sanddrifskloof in Western Cape. Other dams on the Sanddrifskloof include Lakenvallei.
How is the Roode Els Berg Dam level trending?
Roode Els Berg Dam is currently at 100.1% full. The level is rising, up 1.8% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (99.7%).
Other Dams in Western Cape
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