Wemmershoek Dam Level Today
On the Wemmers, Western Cape. Full supply capacity 59 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, Wemmershoek Dam has risen 4.7 percentage points - about 0.94% per week.
Wemmershoek Dam Level History
Showing 11 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-06-29.
About Wemmershoek Dam
Wemmershoek supplies water directly to Cape Town via a dedicated pipeline. Owned by the City of Cape Town rather than DWS.
Wemmershoek Dam has a full supply capacity of 58.7 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Wemmers in Western Cape. At 100% full, the dam currently holds roughly 58.7 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 58710 million litres.
Which Towns and Cities Does Wemmershoek Dam Supply?
Wemmershoek Dam supplies water to Cape Town.
Key supply areas: Cape Town.
Wemmershoek Dam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wemmershoek Dam running dry?
No, Wemmershoek Dam is not running dry. At 100% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.
When was Wemmershoek Dam last full?
Based on available weekly data, Wemmershoek Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-06-29.
What cities does Wemmershoek Dam supply?
Wemmershoek Dam supplies water to Cape Town. Wemmershoek supplies water directly to Cape Town via a dedicated pipeline. Owned by the City of Cape Town rather than DWS.
What river is Wemmershoek Dam on?
Wemmershoek Dam is on the Wemmers in Western Cape.
How is the Wemmershoek Dam level trending?
Wemmershoek Dam is currently at 100% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.1% from last week. Compared to this time last year (72.4%), the dam is in a significantly better position.
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