Vaal Barrage Dam Level Today
On the Vaal River, Free State. Full supply capacity 54 million m3. Current as of 2026-04-20.
The dam is at or near full capacity. No water supply concerns are expected at this level.
Vaal Barrage Dam Level History
Showing 2 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20.
About Vaal Barrage Dam
The Vaal Barrage regulates Vaal River flow between the Vaal Dam and Bloemhof Dam.
Vaal Barrage Dam has a full supply capacity of 53.6 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Vaal River in Free State. At 98% full, the dam currently holds roughly 52.5 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 52548 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.
Which Towns and Cities Does Vaal Barrage Dam Supply?
Vaal Barrage Dam supplies water to Vereeniging and Three Rivers.
Key supply areas: Vereeniging, Three Rivers.
Other Dams on the Vaal River
Vaal Barrage Dam is one of 5 dams we track on the Vaal River. Sorted by capacity:
| Dam | Province | Cap (Mm3) | Now |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vaal Dam | Free State | 2561 | 102.1% |
| Bloemhof Dam | Free State | 1243 | 107.2% |
| Grootdraai Dam | Mpumalanga | 350 | 100.4% |
| Vaalharts Weir | Northern Cape | 51 | 91.1% |
Vaal Barrage Dam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Vaal Barrage Dam running dry?
No, Vaal Barrage Dam is not running dry. At 98% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.
When was Vaal Barrage Dam last full?
Based on available data from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20, Vaal Barrage Dam has not reached 99%+ full within this period. The highest recorded level was 98.0%.
What cities does Vaal Barrage Dam supply?
Vaal Barrage Dam supplies water to Vereeniging and Three Rivers. The Vaal Barrage regulates Vaal River flow between the Vaal Dam and Bloemhof Dam.
What river is Vaal Barrage Dam on?
Vaal Barrage Dam is on the Vaal River in Free State. Other dams on the Vaal River include Vaal Dam, Bloemhof Dam, Grootdraai Dam.
How is the Vaal Barrage Dam level trending?
Vaal Barrage Dam is currently at 98% full. The level is rising, up 0.5% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (95.1%).
Other Dams in Free State
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