Xonxa Dam Level Today
On the White Kei River, Eastern Cape. Full supply capacity 116 million m3. Current as of 2026-10-12.
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, Xonxa Dam has held roughly steady (+0.2% in total).
Xonxa Dam Level History
Showing 18 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-10-12.
About Xonxa Dam
Xonxa is on the White Kei River in the Eastern Cape highlands.
Xonxa Dam has a full supply capacity of 116.4 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the White Kei River in Eastern Cape. At 100.4% full, the dam currently holds roughly 116.9 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 116856 million litres.
Which Towns and Cities Does Xonxa Dam Supply?
Xonxa Dam supplies water to Queenstown and Komani area.
Key supply areas: Queenstown, Komani area.
Xonxa Dam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Xonxa Dam running dry?
No, Xonxa Dam is not running dry. At 100.4% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.
When was Xonxa Dam last full?
Based on available weekly data, Xonxa Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-10-12.
What cities does Xonxa Dam supply?
Xonxa Dam supplies water to Queenstown and Komani area. Xonxa is on the White Kei River in the Eastern Cape highlands.
What river is Xonxa Dam on?
Xonxa Dam is on the White Kei River in Eastern Cape.
How is the Xonxa Dam level trending?
Xonxa Dam is currently at 100.4% full. The level is falling, down 0.5% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (97.1%).
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