Spitskop Dam Level Today
On the Harts River, Northern Cape. Full supply capacity 58 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, Spitskop Dam has risen 2.7 percentage points - about 0.54% per week.
Spitskop Dam Level History
Showing 7 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-06-01.
About Spitskop Dam
Spitskop is on the Harts River in the northern Free State / Northern Cape border area.
Spitskop Dam has a full supply capacity of 57.8 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Harts River in Northern Cape. At 107.6% full, the dam currently holds roughly 62.2 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 62225 million litres.
Which Towns and Cities Does Spitskop Dam Supply?
Spitskop Dam supplies water to Warrenton area.
Key supply areas: Warrenton area.
Other Dams on the Harts River
Spitskop Dam is one of 2 dams we track on the Harts River. Sorted by capacity:
| Dam | Province | Cap (Mm3) | Now |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taung Dam | North West | 61 | 100.7% |
Spitskop Dam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Spitskop Dam running dry?
No, Spitskop Dam is not running dry. At 107.6% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.
When was Spitskop Dam last full?
Based on available weekly data, Spitskop Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-06-01.
What cities does Spitskop Dam supply?
Spitskop Dam supplies water to Warrenton area. Spitskop is on the Harts River in the northern Free State / Northern Cape border area.
What river is Spitskop Dam on?
Spitskop Dam is on the Harts River in Northern Cape. Other dams on the Harts River include Taung Dam.
How is the Spitskop Dam level trending?
Spitskop Dam is currently at 107.6% full. The level is falling, down 2.7% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (106%).
Other Dams in Northern Cape
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