Wagendrift Dam Level Today
On the Bushmans River, KwaZulu-Natal. Full supply capacity 56 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, Wagendrift Dam has fallen 0.6 percentage points - about 0.12% per week.
Wagendrift Dam Level History
Showing 7 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-06-01.
About Wagendrift Dam
Wagendrift supplies Estcourt and local agriculture in the KZN midlands.
Wagendrift Dam has a full supply capacity of 55.9 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Bushmans River in KwaZulu-Natal. At 100.2% full, the dam currently holds roughly 56.0 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 56012 million litres.
Which Towns and Cities Does Wagendrift Dam Supply?
Wagendrift Dam supplies water to Estcourt.
Key supply areas: Estcourt.
Wagendrift Dam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wagendrift Dam running dry?
No, Wagendrift Dam is not running dry. At 100.2% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.
When was Wagendrift Dam last full?
Based on available weekly data, Wagendrift Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-06-01.
What cities does Wagendrift Dam supply?
Wagendrift Dam supplies water to Estcourt. Wagendrift supplies Estcourt and local agriculture in the KZN midlands.
What river is Wagendrift Dam on?
Wagendrift Dam is on the Bushmans River in KwaZulu-Natal.
How is the Wagendrift Dam level trending?
Wagendrift Dam is currently at 100.2% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.3% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (100.9%).
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