Vygeboom Dam Level Today
On the Komati River, Mpumalanga. Full supply capacity 78 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 of readings, Vygeboom Dam has held roughly steady (-0.2% in total).
Vygeboom Dam Level History
Showing 7 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-06-01.
About Vygeboom Dam
Vygeboom is downstream of Nooitgedacht on the Komati River.
Vygeboom Dam has a full supply capacity of 78.0 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Komati River in Mpumalanga. At 100.5% full, the dam currently holds roughly 78.4 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 78410 million litres.
Which Towns and Cities Does Vygeboom Dam Supply?
Vygeboom Dam supplies water to Komati irrigation.
Key supply areas: Komati irrigation.
Other Dams on the Komati River
Vygeboom Dam is one of 2 dams we track on the Komati River. Sorted by capacity:
| Dam | Province | Cap (Mm3) | Now |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nooitgedacht Dam | Mpumalanga | 78 | 100.3% |
Vygeboom Dam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Vygeboom Dam running dry?
No, Vygeboom Dam is not running dry. At 100.5% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.
When was Vygeboom Dam last full?
Based on available weekly data, Vygeboom Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-06-01.
What cities does Vygeboom Dam supply?
Vygeboom Dam supplies water to Komati irrigation. Vygeboom is downstream of Nooitgedacht on the Komati River.
What river is Vygeboom Dam on?
Vygeboom Dam is on the Komati River in Mpumalanga. Other dams on the Komati River include Nooitgedacht Dam.
How is the Vygeboom Dam level trending?
Vygeboom Dam is currently at 100.5% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.1% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (100.6%).
Other Dams in Mpumalanga
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