Spitskop Dam Level Today

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 104.9% full, the dam currently holds roughly 60.7 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 60664 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.

Spitskop Dam supplies water to Warrenton area.

Key supply areas: Warrenton area.

Is Spitskop Dam running dry?

No, Spitskop Dam is not running dry. At 104.9% 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 2026-04-20.

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 104.9% full. The level is rising, up 0.5% from last week. Compared to this time last year (126.6%), the dam is noticeably lower.