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Witklip Dam Level Today

On the Sand, Mpumalanga. Full supply capacity 13 million m3. Current as of 2026-04-20.

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100.8%
Good - Monday, 20 April 2026
Last week
101.1%
-0.3% change
Last year
100.5%
+0.3% change
Capacity
13 Mm3
12520 million litres

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

Witklip Dam Level History

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

Showing 2 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20.

About Witklip Dam

Witklip Dam has a full supply capacity of 12.5 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Sand in Mpumalanga. At 100.8% full, the dam currently holds roughly 12.6 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 12620 million litres.

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

Restriction thresholds to watch: most municipalities begin issuing warning notices when a supply dam drops below 50%, introduce Level 1 restrictions around 40%, and escalate further below 30%. Exact thresholds vary by water authority.

Witklip Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Witklip Dam running dry?

No, Witklip Dam is not running dry. At 100.8% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.

When was Witklip Dam last full?

Based on available weekly data, Witklip Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-04-20.

What cities does Witklip Dam supply?

Witklip Dam is located in Mpumalanga on the Sand. For specific information about which municipality draws water from this dam, contact your local water services authority.

What river is Witklip Dam on?

Witklip Dam is on the Sand in Mpumalanga.

How is the Witklip Dam level trending?

Witklip Dam is currently at 100.8% 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 (100.5%).

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