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Rustfontein Dam Level Today

Free State. Full supply capacity: 72 million m3. Latest data: 2026-04-20.

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58.9%
Moderate - Monday, 20 April 2026
Last week
57.8%
+1.1% change
Last year
58.2%
+0.7% change
Capacity
72 Mm3
72110 million litres

This is a moderate level. No restrictions expected unless demand is unusually high or the dam is very small.

Rustfontein Dam Level History

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

Showing 2 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20. Data collected by OurPower from the official DWS weekly PDF report.

What Does 58.9% Mean for Rustfontein Dam?

Rustfontein Dam has a full supply capacity of 72.1 million cubic metres (Mm3) in Free State. At 58.9% full, the dam currently holds approximately 42.5 Mm3 of water.

This is a moderate level. No restrictions expected unless demand is unusually high or the dam is very small.

Restriction thresholds to watch: Most municipalities begin warning notices around 50%, introduce Level 1 restrictions around 40%, and escalate to Level 2 around 30%. These thresholds vary by water authority.

Rustfontein Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rustfontein Dam running dry?

No, Rustfontein Dam is not running dry. At 58.9% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Rustfontein Dam last full?

Based on available data from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20, Rustfontein Dam has not reached 99%+ full within this period. The highest recorded level was 58.9%.

What cities does Rustfontein Dam supply?

Rustfontein Dam is located in Free State on the null River. Supply details for specific cities are not available for all dams. For information about your water supply, contact your local municipality.

How is the Rustfontein Dam level trending?

Rustfontein Dam is currently at 58.9% full. The level is rising, up 1.1% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (58.2%).

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