Taung Dam Level Today
On the Harts River, North West. Full supply capacity 61 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, Taung Dam has risen 1.5 percentage points - about 0.3% per week.
Taung Dam Level History
Showing 7 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-06-01.
About Taung Dam
Taung Dam supplies water to the lower reaches of the Harts River catchment.
Taung Dam has a full supply capacity of 61.4 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Harts River in North West. At 100.7% full, the dam currently holds roughly 61.8 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 61800 million litres.
Which Towns and Cities Does Taung Dam Supply?
Taung Dam supplies water to Taung and Vaalharts Irrigation Scheme.
Key supply areas: Taung, Vaalharts Irrigation Scheme.
Other Dams on the Harts River
Taung Dam is one of 2 dams we track on the Harts River. Sorted by capacity:
| Dam | Province | Cap (Mm3) | Now |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spitskop Dam | Northern Cape | 58 | 107.6% |
Taung Dam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Taung Dam running dry?
No, Taung Dam is not running dry. At 100.7% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.
When was Taung Dam last full?
Based on available weekly data, Taung Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-06-01.
What cities does Taung Dam supply?
Taung Dam supplies water to Taung and Vaalharts Irrigation Scheme. Taung Dam supplies water to the lower reaches of the Harts River catchment.
What river is Taung Dam on?
Taung Dam is on the Harts River in North West. Other dams on the Harts River include Spitskop Dam.
How is the Taung Dam level trending?
Taung Dam is currently at 100.7% full. The level is rising, up 0.9% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (96.7%).
Other Dams in North West
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