Spioenkop Dam Level Today

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 100.1% full, the dam currently holds roughly 270.9 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 270911 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.

Spioenkop Dam supplies water to Ladysmith and Gauteng (via Tugela-Vaal Transfer).

Key supply areas: Ladysmith, Gauteng (via Tugela-Vaal Transfer).

Is Spioenkop Dam running dry?

No, Spioenkop Dam is not running dry. At 100.1% 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 2026-04-20.

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 100.1% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.2% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (101.6%).