Spioenkop Dam Level Today
On the Tugela River, KwaZulu-Natal. Full supply capacity 271 million m3. Current as of 2026-06-01.
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 of readings, Spioenkop Dam has held roughly steady (-0.1% in total).
Spioenkop Dam Level History
Showing 7 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-06-01.
About Spioenkop Dam
Spioenkop sits on the Tugela River downstream of Woodstock. It supports the Tugela-Vaal Transfer Scheme that augments Gauteng's supply and serves local agriculture.
Spioenkop Dam has a full supply capacity of 270.6 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Tugela River in KwaZulu-Natal. At 100% full, the dam currently holds roughly 270.6 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 270640 million litres.
Which Towns and Cities Does Spioenkop Dam Supply?
Spioenkop Dam supplies water to Ladysmith and Gauteng (via Tugela-Vaal Transfer).
Key supply areas: Ladysmith, Gauteng (via Tugela-Vaal Transfer).
Other Dams on the Tugela River
Spioenkop Dam is one of 2 dams we track on the Tugela River. Sorted by capacity:
| Dam | Province | Cap (Mm3) | Now |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodstock Dam | KwaZulu-Natal | 355 | 93.5% |
Spioenkop Dam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Spioenkop Dam running dry?
No, Spioenkop Dam is not running dry. At 100% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.
When was Spioenkop Dam last full?
Based on available weekly data, Spioenkop Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-06-01.
What cities does Spioenkop Dam supply?
Spioenkop Dam supplies water to Ladysmith and Gauteng (via Tugela-Vaal Transfer). Spioenkop sits on the Tugela River downstream of Woodstock. It supports the Tugela-Vaal Transfer Scheme that augments Gauteng's supply and serves local agriculture.
What river is Spioenkop Dam on?
Spioenkop Dam is on the Tugela River in KwaZulu-Natal. Other dams on the Tugela River include Woodstock Dam.
How is the Spioenkop Dam level trending?
Spioenkop Dam is currently at 100% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.0% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (100.3%).
Other Dams in KwaZulu-Natal
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