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Roode Els Berg Dam Level Today

On the Sanddrifskloof, Western Cape. Full supply capacity 8 million m3. Current as of 2026-04-20.

OurPower is an independent information site and is not affiliated with the Department of Water and Sanitation. Dam level data is sourced from official DWS reporting and is updated weekly.
26.7%
Low - Monday, 20 April 2026
Last week
27.9%
-1.2% change
Last year
33.8%
-7.1% change
Capacity
8 Mm3
7730 million litres

This is below the critical threshold. Water restrictions are typically in effect at these levels.

Roode Els Berg Dam Level History

0%25%50%75%100%Oct 25Apr 26

Showing 2 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20.

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 26.7% full, the dam currently holds roughly 2.1 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 2064 million litres.

This is below the critical threshold. Water restrictions are typically in effect at these levels.

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.

Other Dams on the Sanddrifskloof

Roode Els Berg Dam is one of 2 dams we track on the Sanddrifskloof. Sorted by capacity:

DamProvinceCap (Mm3)Now
LakenvalleiWestern Cape1087.5%

Roode Els Berg Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roode Els Berg Dam running dry?

Roode Els Berg Dam is currently 26.7% full, which is below the 50% mark. This is not "running dry" but is low enough that water restrictions may be in effect for affected areas.

When was Roode Els Berg Dam last full?

Based on available weekly data, Roode Els Berg Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2025-10-13.

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 26.7% full. The level is falling, down 1.2% from last week. Compared to this time last year (33.8%), the dam is noticeably lower.

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