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Rooikrans Dam Level Today

On the Buffalo, Eastern Cape. Full supply capacity 5 million m3. Current as of 2026-04-20.

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99%
Good - Monday, 20 April 2026
Last week
99.7%
-0.7% change
Last year
100.6%
-1.6% change
Capacity
5 Mm3
4800 million litres

The dam is at or near full capacity. No water supply concerns are expected at this level.

Rooikrans Dam Level History

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

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

About Rooikrans Dam

Rooikrans Dam has a full supply capacity of 4.8 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Buffalo in Eastern Cape. At 99% full, the dam currently holds roughly 4.8 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 4752 million litres.

The dam is at or near full capacity. No water supply concerns are expected at this level.

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 Buffalo

Rooikrans Dam is one of 2 dams we track on the Buffalo. Sorted by capacity:

DamProvinceCap (Mm3)Now
LaingEastern Cape19100.3%

Rooikrans Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rooikrans Dam running dry?

No, Rooikrans Dam is not running dry. At 99% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Rooikrans Dam last full?

Based on available weekly data, Rooikrans Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-04-20.

What cities does Rooikrans Dam supply?

Rooikrans Dam is located in Eastern Cape on the Buffalo. For specific information about which municipality draws water from this dam, contact your local water services authority.

What river is Rooikrans Dam on?

Rooikrans Dam is on the Buffalo in Eastern Cape. Other dams on the Buffalo include Laing.

How is the Rooikrans Dam level trending?

Rooikrans Dam is currently at 99% full. The level is falling, down 0.7% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (100.6%).

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