Vaalkop Dam Level Today
On the Elands River, North West. Full supply capacity 51 million m3. Current as of 2026-06-29.
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, Vaalkop Dam has fallen 1 percentage points - about 0.2% per week.
Vaalkop Dam Level History
Showing 11 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-06-29.
About Vaalkop Dam
Vaalkop is the main supply source for Magalies Water, serving parts of Rustenburg and the North West platinum belt.
Vaalkop Dam has a full supply capacity of 51.3 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Elands River in North West. At 102.9% full, the dam currently holds roughly 52.8 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 52808 million litres.
Which Towns and Cities Does Vaalkop Dam Supply?
Vaalkop Dam supplies water to Rustenburg and Magalies Water area.
Key supply areas: Rustenburg, Magalies Water area.
Other Dams on the Elands River
Vaalkop Dam is one of 2 dams we track on the Elands River. Sorted by capacity:
| Dam | Province | Cap (Mm3) | Now |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rhenosterkop Dam | Mpumalanga | 205 | 100.5% |
Vaalkop Dam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Vaalkop Dam running dry?
No, Vaalkop Dam is not running dry. At 102.9% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.
When was Vaalkop Dam last full?
Based on available weekly data, Vaalkop Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-06-29.
What cities does Vaalkop Dam supply?
Vaalkop Dam supplies water to Rustenburg and Magalies Water area. Vaalkop is the main supply source for Magalies Water, serving parts of Rustenburg and the North West platinum belt.
What river is Vaalkop Dam on?
Vaalkop Dam is on the Elands River in North West. Other dams on the Elands River include Rhenosterkop Dam.
How is the Vaalkop Dam level trending?
Vaalkop Dam is currently at 102.9% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.0% from last week. Compared to this time last year (93.9%), the dam is in a significantly better position.
Other Dams in North West
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