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Gauteng

Dams

5

Total capacity

0.1 km³

Avg fill

98.1%

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Dams

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About reservoirs in Gauteng

As of August 31, 2026, the reservoirs we track across Gauteng that report live levels hold roughly 126 Mm³ of water — about 98.1% of their combined capacity. Taken together, Gauteng's reservoirs are high.

None of the tracked reservoirs are currently at critically low levels. Bon Accord Dam is the fullest at 105.1%, while Rietvlei Dam is the lowest at 76.5%.

Over the most recent week on record, 1 reservoir fell across Gauteng.

Storage figures for Gauteng come from DWS; the most recent reading is from August 31, 2026. Each reservoir below links to its own page with full history and seasonal context.

Gauteng at a glance

Reservoirs tracked
5
Average fill
98.1%
Water stored
126 Mm³
Combined capacity
128 Mm³
Fullest
Bon Accord Dam (105.1%)
Lowest
Rietvlei Dam (76.5%)
Last updated
August 31, 2026

See also: South Africa dam levels, explained — national and provincial breakdown

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