KwaZulu-Natal Dam Levels Today
Weekly water storage status for 19 dams in KwaZulu-Natal. Data from the Department of Water and Sanitation. Latest report: 2026-04-20.
Largest Dams in KwaZulu-Natal
All Dams in KwaZulu-Natal
| Dam | River | Cap (Mm3) | Now | vs Wk | vs Yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pongolapoort | 2395 | 85.1% | +0.4 | -14.9 | |
| Woodstock | 355 | 95.8% | -2.7 | -2.3 | |
| Goedertrouw | 301 | 99.2% | -0.4 | -1.7 | |
| Albert Falls | 286 | 100.1% | -0.1 | -9.0 | |
| Spioenkop Tugela | 271 | 100.1% | -0.2 | -1.5 | |
| Inanda Mgeni | 237 | 101.3% | -0.2 | -4.1 | |
| Midmar Mgeni | 235 | 99.3% | -0.5 | -2.7 | |
| Ntshingwayo | 195 | 77.6% | -0.3 | -9.6 | |
| Zaaihoek Slang | 184 | 100.5% | +0.0 | -0.1 | |
| Spring Grove | 139 | 100.4% | -0.3 | -1.9 | |
| Bivane Bivane | 114 | 100.2% | +0.4 | -2.4 | |
| Wagendrift Boesmans | 56 | 100.8% | -0.3 | -2.1 | |
| Hazelmere Mdloti | 37 | 99.9% | +0.5 | -2.6 | |
| Hluhluwe Hluhluwe | 26 | 96.2% | -1.0 | -5.8 | |
| Nagle Mgeni | 23 | 98.6% | -1.6 | -3.7 | |
| Craigie Burn | 22 | 100.2% | -0.2 | -0.7 | |
| Klipfontein Wit Mfolozi | 18 | 100.2% | +0.0 | -1.2 | |
| Driel Barrage | 9 | 87.2% | -3.1 | +28.8 | |
| Mearns Mooi | 5 | 101.8% | -2.2 | -19.6 |
KwaZulu-Natal Dam Levels - Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current dam levels in KwaZulu-Natal?
As of 2026-04-20, KwaZulu-Natal dams are on average 91.5% full (capacity-weighted average across 19 dams). The total water storage capacity in KwaZulu-Natal is 4910 million cubic metres.
Which is the largest dam in KwaZulu-Natal?
The largest dam in KwaZulu-Natal is Pongolapoort on the null River, with a full supply capacity of 2395 million cubic metres. It is currently 85.1% full.
Are there water restrictions in KwaZulu-Natal?
Water restrictions in KwaZulu-Natal 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. The dam levels on this page are updated weekly from official DWS data.
How accurate is the KwaZulu-Natal dam level data?
The data on this page comes directly from the Department of Water and Sanitation weekly report, published every Monday. OurPower processes the official DWS PDF report automatically and displays the data without modification. Some older readings are marked "#" (latest available data) in the DWS report - these are the most recent verified measurements for that specific gauge.
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