Gauteng Dam Levels Today
Weekly water storage status for 5 dams in Gauteng. Sourced from the Department of Water and Sanitation. Current as of 2026-06-01.
As of Monday, 1 June 2026, Gauteng's 5 tracked dams are on average 101.1% full, essentially unchanged from a week ago, tracking this week last year. The biggest reservoir in the province, Bronkhorstspruit Dam, is at 100.9%, followed by Roodeplaat at 100.6%.
Key Dams Supplying Gauteng
These dams sit outside Gauteng but are the main water source for the province through inter-basin transfers. For Gauteng this is the Integrated Vaal River System operated by Rand Water.
Largest Dams in Gauteng
All Dams in Gauteng
| Dam | River | Cap (Mm3) | Now | vs Wk | vs Yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronkhorstspruit Dam | Bronkhorstspruit River | 57 | 100.9% | -0.5 | -1.4 |
| Roodeplaat | - | 41 | 100.6% | +0.0 | +0.1 |
| Klipdrift | Loopspruit | 13 | 102.9% | +0.0 | +0.7 |
| Rietvlei | Hennops | 12 | 100.2% | -0.3 | -0.3 |
| Bon Accord | - | 4 | 104.5% | -0.6 | -2.1 |
Rivers with Dams in Gauteng
Dams in Gauteng grouped by river, ranked by total storage capacity.
| River | Dams | Total Cap (Mm3) | Avg Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronkhorstspruit River | 1 | 57 | 100.9% |
| Loopspruit | 1 | 13 | 102.9% |
| Hennops | 1 | 12 | 100.2% |
Gauteng Dam Levels - Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current dam levels in Gauteng?
As of 2026-06-01, Gauteng dams are on average 101.1% full (capacity-weighted average across 5 dams). The total water storage capacity in Gauteng is 128 million cubic metres.
Which is the largest dam in Gauteng?
The largest dam in Gauteng is Bronkhorstspruit Dam, with a full supply capacity of 57 million cubic metres. It is currently 100.9% full. The next two largest are Roodeplaat (100.6%) and Klipdrift (102.9%).
Which dams in Gauteng are the lowest right now?
No dams in Gauteng are currently below 30% full, based on the most recent official readings.
Are there water restrictions in Gauteng?
Water restrictions in Gauteng are determined by the relevant municipality or water utility. Restrictions are typically introduced when major supply dams drop below 50% and become more severe below 30%. Contact your local municipality for current restriction status.
How accurate is the Gauteng dam level data?
All readings on this page come directly from the Department of Water and Sanitation, the official custodian of South Africa's dam level data, and are displayed without modification. Levels are refreshed each week as soon as the latest official figures are released.
Where does Gauteng's water actually come from?
Gauteng's water supply relies heavily on dams located outside the province: Sterkfontein Dam (Free State, 99.4%), Vaal Dam (Free State, 106.1%), Woodstock Dam (KwaZulu-Natal, 93.5%), Grootdraai Dam (Mpumalanga, 99.9%), Spioenkop Dam (KwaZulu-Natal, 100%). These reservoirs feed Gauteng through inter-basin transfer infrastructure. That is why you will not see the Vaal Dam listed in the tables above for Gauteng even though Rand Water distributes that water throughout Gauteng. Scroll up to the "Key Dams Supplying Gauteng" card set for the live status of each.
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