Xonxa Dam Level Today
On the White Kei River, Eastern Cape. Full supply capacity 116 million m3. Current as of 2026-04-20.
The dam is at or near full capacity. No water supply concerns are expected at this level.
Xonxa Dam Level History
Showing 2 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-04-20.
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 99.9% full, the dam currently holds roughly 116.3 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 116274 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.
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 99.9% 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 2026-04-20.
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 99.9% full. The level is stable, with a change of only 0.0% from last week. The level is similar to the same period last year (100%).
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