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Swartruggens Dam Level Today

North West. Full supply capacity: 0 million m3. Latest data: 2026-04-20.

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117.4%
Good - Monday, 20 April 2026
Last week
103.1%
+14.3% change
Last year
104.8%
+12.6% change
Capacity
0 Mm3
470 million litres

Swartruggens Dam Level History

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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 117.4% Mean for Swartruggens Dam?

Swartruggens Dam has a full supply capacity of 0.5 million cubic metres (Mm3) in North West. At 117.4% full, the dam currently holds approximately 0.6 Mm3 of water.

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.

Swartruggens Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Swartruggens Dam running dry?

No, Swartruggens Dam is not running dry. At 117.4% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Swartruggens Dam last full?

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

What cities does Swartruggens Dam supply?

Swartruggens Dam is located in North West 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 Swartruggens Dam level trending?

Swartruggens Dam is currently at 117.4% full. The level is rising, up 14.3% from last week. Compared to this time last year (104.8%), the dam is in a significantly better position.

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