Spring Grove Dam Level Today

Spring Grove augments the Mgeni system via the Mooi-Mgeni Transfer Scheme, moving water between KZN catchments to support Durban and Pietermaritzburg.

Spring Grove Dam has a full supply capacity of 139.2 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Mooi River in KwaZulu-Natal. At 100.4% full, the dam currently holds roughly 139.8 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 139757 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.

Spring Grove Dam supplies water to Gauteng (via Mooi-Mgeni Transfer).

Key supply areas: Gauteng (via Mooi-Mgeni Transfer).

Is Spring Grove Dam running dry?

No, Spring Grove Dam is not running dry. At 100.4% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Spring Grove Dam last full?

Based on available weekly data, Spring Grove Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-04-20.

What cities does Spring Grove Dam supply?

Spring Grove Dam supplies water to Gauteng (via Mooi-Mgeni Transfer). Spring Grove augments the Mgeni system via the Mooi-Mgeni Transfer Scheme, moving water between KZN catchments to support Durban and Pietermaritzburg.

What river is Spring Grove Dam on?

Spring Grove Dam is on the Mooi River in KwaZulu-Natal.

How is the Spring Grove Dam level trending?

Spring Grove Dam is currently at 100.4% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.3% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (102.3%).