Johannesburg Water Outages Today
Live tracker for Johannesburg water outages, planned maintenance, and reservoir status. Updated frequently.
As of Saturday, 18 July 2026, Johannesburg Water is reporting 7 active water outages, 6 due to burst pipes - areas affected include Westlake View, Glenhazel, Sandringham, Randburg, Roodepoort. 6 planned maintenance isolations are scheduled. On the reservoir network, 30 reservoirs are running low and 17 are on bypass - this can mean low pressure for the suburbs they feed, rather than a full outage. 3 outages were restored recently, averaging about 79 hours to resolve.
Water outages by area
Reservoir & water-tower status
Status for every reservoir and tower Johannesburg Water reports on, built up from their regional updates. 47 of 133 are under strain right now - water is usually still flowing, just at lower pressure for around 247 suburbs - and the rest are supplying normally.
Current Water Outages in Johannesburg
Johannesburg Power Outages Today7 active
Updated 29m ago- Update - Thu, 16 Jul, 08:37City Power outage at Eikenhof Substation occurred around 02:00 this morning, impacting Rand Water supply to Johannesburg Water systems and affecting Aeroton, Brixton, Crosby, Hursthill, Northcliff, Eagles Nest, Naturesna, Devland, Alan Manor, Honeydew, Boskruin, Corriemoore, Constantia, Hellsrkruin, Florida North, Orlando, Diepkloof, Protea Glen, Meadowlands, Doornkop, Zondi, Jabula, Chiawelo, Kensington, Linden, Robertville, Lenasia (all extensions including CBD), Lenasia South, Hospital Hill, High Level, Lehae, Zakaria Park, Vlakfontein, Maggson Manor and Finetown; no estimated time for restoration.source
- Update - Thu, 16 Jul, 13:41City Power outage at Eikenhof substation has been resolved, but the extended period of no pumping has impacted water supply, causing low pressure or no water to several areas until systems fully recover and after planned maintenance on 17 July 2026.source
- Update - Sat, 18 Jul, 12:56Rand Water planned maintenance was completed on 17 July 2026, but an unplanned power outage on 16 July 2026 at Eikenhof Substation has delayed system recovery. Crosby, Brixton, Hursthill, Lenasia, and Soweto systems are still experiencing low pressure or no water.source
Upcoming Planned Water Maintenance
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Reservoirs under strain - detail
Reservoirs running low
The reservoir is low. Water is still being supplied, but expect weak pressure - and possibly no water on higher ground or in the evenings. · 30 reservoirs, ~186 suburbs
Reservoirs on bypass
Supply is being routed around this reservoir while it recovers or is worked on. Pressure may dip at peak times. · 17 reservoirs, ~87 suburbs
Recently Restored Water Supply
Updated 29m ago- Update - Mon, 13 Jul, 07:36Unplanned water interruption affecting Bryanston, Bantry, Hobart, West Herford, and Saint Audley, with low pressure, intermittent supply, or no water until repairs are completed; no estimated time of restoration.source
- Update - Tue, 14 Jul, 16:20Unplanned water interruption in Bryanston, Bantry, Hobart, West Herford, Saint Audley, and Antrim due to a burst pipe at Bantry Road and Hobart Road, Bryanston. A new burst was identified and an electricity cable was damaged. Repairs are stalled pending electricity isolation by Eskom; no estimated time of restoration.source
- Update - Wed, 15 Jul, 17:18Unplanned water interruption due to a burst pipe at Bantry Road and Hobart Road, Bryanston, affecting Bantry, Hobart, West Herford, Saint Audley, Antrim, and Bryanston; no estimated time of restoration.source
- Update - Thu, 16 Jul, 10:55Water supply has been restored in Bryanston following the completion of Eskom's repair work.source
- Update - Fri, 10 Jul, 12:03Unplanned water interruption due to a burst water pipe at Cnr Witkoppen Road & Milcliff Road in Paulshof. Water supply isolated for repairs affecting Edenburg, Paulshof, and Rivonia. No estimated time of completion.source
- Update - Sat, 11 Jul, 17:37Unplanned water interruption at the corner of Witkoppen Road and Milcliff in Paulshof affecting Edenburg, Paulshof, Rivonia, Sunninghill, Leeuwkop, Waterfall, Equestrian Estate, Polofields Crossing, Polofields Lifestyle Estate, Woodmead and Khyber Rock; repair work is delayed as the pipeline is still draining with no estimated time for restoration.source
- Update - Sun, 12 Jul, 11:08Repairs are underway on a burst pipeline at Witkoppen Road and Milcliff, affecting Edenburg, Paulshof, Rivonia, Sunninghill, Leeuwkop, Waterfall, Equestrian Estate, Polofields Crossing, Polofields Lifestyle Estate, Woodmead, and Khyber Rock. There is currently no estimated time of restoration.source
- Update - Sun, 12 Jul, 17:08Unplanned water interruption at Witkoppen Road and Milcliff in Paulshof affecting Edenburg, Paulshof, Rivonia, Sunninghill, Leeuwkop, Waterfall, Equestrian Estate, Polofields Crossing, Polofields Lifestyle Estate, Woodmead, and Khyber Rock. Repair work has been temporarily suspended and there is currently no estimated time for restoration.source
- Update - Mon, 13 Jul, 07:34Unplanned water interruption due to a burst water pipeline at Witkoppen Road and Milcliff in Paulshof, affecting Paulshof, Edenburg, Rivonia, Sunninghill, Leeuwkop, Waterfall, Equestrian Estate, Polofields Crossing, Polofields Lifestyle Estate, Woodmead, Khyber Rock, and Wendywood; water supply is isolated, repair work is progressing, and there is no estimated time of restoration.source
- Update - Tue, 14 Jul, 16:35Unplanned water interruption due to a burst pipe at Witkoppen Road and Milcliff Road in Paulshof, affecting Paulshof, Rivonia, and Edenburg. Water supply has been shut down; no estimated time of restoration.source
- Update - Wed, 15 Jul, 20:25Unplanned water supply interruption at Witkoppen Road and Milcliff in Paulshof. Repair work is progressing, with welding to take 4-5 hours, followed by a 48-hour curing period, during which 30% water supply capacity will be restored to Paulshof, Rivonia, and Edenburg.source
- Update - Thu, 16 Jul, 07:36Repairs to the re-burst pipe at Witkoppen Road and Milcliff, Paulshof have been completed. The pipeline is being charged, with full restoration expected within 48 hours; customers may experience low pressure or temporary interruptions during this time.source
- Update - Sat, 11 Jul, 17:51Unplanned water interruption in Kew due to a burst pipe at Twelfth Street; repair work is temporarily suspended due to safety concerns.source
- Update - Sun, 12 Jul, 15:40Repair work on a burst water pipe at Twelfth Street in Kew has been successfully completed and water supply has been restored to the affected area as of 17:40.source
Report a Water Outage or Burst Pipe
Call Johannesburg Water on 0860 562 874 to report a burst pipe, water outage, or blockage. Available 24/7.
You can also report online at johannesburgwater.co.za.
About Johannesburg Water Outages
Johannesburg Water is responsible for water and sanitation services across Johannesburg. Common causes of water outages include burst pipes (especially on aging infrastructure), planned maintenance isolations, demand management closures when reservoir levels are low, and upstream Rand Water supply issues.
This tracker shows current outages, planned maintenance, and the operational status of reservoirs and water towers across the city. When a reservoir or tower is on bypass or in fair supply, residents in the suburbs it serves may experience reduced pressure even if no specific outage has been declared in their area.
OurPower is an independent live tracker - not affiliated with, owned by, or endorsed by Johannesburg Water. For official updates contact Johannesburg Water directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a water outage in Johannesburg today?
Yes, there are currently 7 active water outages in Johannesburg. See the live updates above for affected areas and estimated restoration times.
How do I report a water outage or burst pipe in Johannesburg?
Call Johannesburg Water on 0860 562 874 to report a burst pipe or water outage. You can also report online at johannesburgwater.co.za.
Why is my water pressure low if there is no outage in my area?
Even when there is no specific outage in your suburb, the reservoir or tower that supplies your area can be running low or on bypass, which causes reduced pressure rather than a full outage. Check the reservoir status section above to see if a reservoir serving your suburb is currently under strain.
How long does a Johannesburg water outage last?
Burst pipe repairs typically take 4-24 hours. Planned isolations are usually completed within the stated time window. Rand Water supply issues can take longer - sometimes 1-3 days. Check the estimated restoration time shown for each outage above.
What is demand management?
When Johannesburg experiences low water pressure or reservoir depletion, Johannesburg Water temporarily closes bulk meters in certain areas to allow reservoirs to recover. These closures typically happen in the evening and are lifted in the morning.
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