Umtata Dam Level Today
On the Mtata River, Eastern Cape. Full supply capacity 245 million m3. Current as of 2026-10-12.
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, Umtata Dam has risen 4 percentage points - about 0.8% per week.
Umtata Dam Level History
Showing 18 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-10-12.
About Umtata Dam
Umtata Dam is the main supply dam for the city of Mthatha, former capital of Transkei.
Umtata Dam has a full supply capacity of 244.7 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Mtata River in Eastern Cape. At 100.7% full, the dam currently holds roughly 246.4 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 246383 million litres.
Which Towns and Cities Does Umtata Dam Supply?
Umtata Dam supplies water to Mthatha.
Key supply areas: Mthatha.
Umtata Dam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Umtata Dam running dry?
No, Umtata Dam is not running dry. At 100.7% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.
When was Umtata Dam last full?
Based on available weekly data, Umtata Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-10-12.
What cities does Umtata Dam supply?
Umtata Dam supplies water to Mthatha. Umtata Dam is the main supply dam for the city of Mthatha, former capital of Transkei.
What river is Umtata Dam on?
Umtata Dam is on the Mtata River in Eastern Cape.
How is the Umtata Dam level trending?
Umtata Dam is currently at 100.7% full. The level is falling, down 0.5% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (97.5%).
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