Zaaihoek Dam Level Today
On the Slang River, KwaZulu-Natal. Full supply capacity 184 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 of readings, Zaaihoek Dam has held roughly steady (+0% in total).
Zaaihoek Dam Level History
Showing 7 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-06-01.
About Zaaihoek Dam
Zaaihoek supplies the Majuba Power Station and the town of Volksrust on the Mpumalanga/KZN border.
Zaaihoek Dam has a full supply capacity of 184.3 million cubic metres (Mm3) and sits on the Slang River in KwaZulu-Natal. At 100.5% full, the dam currently holds roughly 185.2 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 185181 million litres.
Which Towns and Cities Does Zaaihoek Dam Supply?
Zaaihoek Dam supplies water to Volksrust and Majuba Power Station.
Key supply areas: Volksrust, Majuba Power Station.
Zaaihoek Dam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Zaaihoek Dam running dry?
No, Zaaihoek Dam is not running dry. At 100.5% full, the dam has adequate water reserves.
When was Zaaihoek Dam last full?
Based on available weekly data, Zaaihoek Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-06-01.
What cities does Zaaihoek Dam supply?
Zaaihoek Dam supplies water to Volksrust and Majuba Power Station. Zaaihoek supplies the Majuba Power Station and the town of Volksrust on the Mpumalanga/KZN border.
What river is Zaaihoek Dam on?
Zaaihoek Dam is on the Slang River in KwaZulu-Natal.
How is the Zaaihoek Dam level trending?
Zaaihoek Dam is currently at 100.5% 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 (100.5%).
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