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Stompdrift Olifants Dam Level Today

Western Cape. Full supply capacity: 46 million m3. Latest data: 2026-04-20.

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29.9%
Low - Monday, 20 April 2026
Last week
30.1%
-0.2% change
Last year
78%
-48.1% change
Capacity
46 Mm3
46270 million litres

This is below the critical threshold. Water restrictions are typically in effect at these levels.

Stompdrift Olifants Dam Level History

0%25%50%75%100%Oct 25Apr 26

Showing 2 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20. Data collected by OurPower from the official DWS weekly PDF report.

What Does 29.9% Mean for Stompdrift Olifants Dam?

Stompdrift Olifants Dam has a full supply capacity of 46.3 million cubic metres (Mm3) in Western Cape. At 29.9% full, the dam currently holds approximately 13.8 Mm3 of water.

This is below the critical threshold. Water restrictions are typically in effect at these levels.

Restriction thresholds to watch: Most municipalities begin warning notices around 50%, introduce Level 1 restrictions around 40%, and escalate to Level 2 around 30%. These thresholds vary by water authority.

Stompdrift Olifants Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stompdrift Olifants Dam running dry?

Stompdrift Olifants Dam is currently 29.9% full, which is below the 50% mark. This is not "running dry" but is low enough that water restrictions may be in effect for affected areas.

When was Stompdrift Olifants Dam last full?

Based on available data from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20, Stompdrift Olifants Dam has not reached 99%+ full within this period. The highest recorded level was 55.5%.

What cities does Stompdrift Olifants Dam supply?

Stompdrift Olifants Dam is located in Western Cape on the null River. Supply details for specific cities are not available for all dams. For information about your water supply, contact your local municipality.

How is the Stompdrift Olifants Dam level trending?

Stompdrift Olifants Dam is currently at 29.9% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.2% from last week. Compared to this time last year (78%), the dam is noticeably lower.

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