As of July 28, 2026, the reservoirs we track across South Australia that report live levels hold roughly 2,150 hm³ of water — about 92.0% of their combined capacity. Taken together, South Australia's reservoirs are high.

None of the tracked reservoirs are currently at critically low levels. Lake Albert is the fullest at 99.8%, while Little Para is the lowest at 49.2%.

Storage figures for South Australia come from BOM; the most recent reading is from July 28, 2026. Each reservoir below links to its own page with full history and seasonal context.

South Australia at a glance

Reservoirs tracked: 17
Average fill: 92.0%
Water stored: 2,150 hm³
Combined capacity: 2,337 hm³
Fullest: Lake Albert (99.8%)
Lowest: Little Para (49.2%)
Last updated: July 28, 2026

Frequently asked questions

How full are reservoirs in South Australia right now?

As of July 28, 2026, the reservoirs tracked in South Australia that report live levels are 92.0% full overall, holding about 2,150 hm³ of water.

How many reservoirs are there in South Australia?

reservoirs.earth tracks 17 reservoirs in South Australia, with a combined storage capacity of 2,337 hm³.

Which reservoir in South Australia is the fullest?

Lake Albert is currently the fullest reservoir in South Australia, at 99.8% of capacity.

Which reservoir in South Australia is the lowest?

Little Para is currently the lowest in South Australia, at 49.2% of capacity.

Where does the reservoir data for South Australia come from?

All storage figures for South Australia come from BOM, an official source, last updated July 28, 2026.

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