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Vaalrivier Barrage Dam Level Today

Free State. Full supply capacity: 54 million m3. Latest data: 2026-04-20.

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98%
Good - Monday, 20 April 2026
Last week
97.5%
+0.5% change
Last year
95.1%
+2.9% change
Capacity
54 Mm3
53620 million litres

The dam is at or near full capacity. No water supply concerns are expected at this level.

Vaalrivier Barrage Dam Level History

0%25%50%75%100%Oct 25Apr 26

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 98% Mean for Vaalrivier Barrage Dam?

Vaalrivier Barrage Dam has a full supply capacity of 53.6 million cubic metres (Mm3) in Free State. At 98% full, the dam currently holds approximately 52.5 Mm3 of water.

The dam is at or near full capacity. No water supply concerns are expected at this level.

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.

Vaalrivier Barrage Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vaalrivier Barrage Dam running dry?

No, Vaalrivier Barrage Dam is not running dry. At 98% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Vaalrivier Barrage Dam last full?

Based on available data from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20, Vaalrivier Barrage Dam has not reached 99%+ full within this period. The highest recorded level was 98.0%.

What cities does Vaalrivier Barrage Dam supply?

Vaalrivier Barrage Dam is located in Free State 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 Vaalrivier Barrage Dam level trending?

Vaalrivier 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%).

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