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KwaZulu-Natal

Dams

19

Total capacity

4.9 km³

Avg fill

90.5%

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Dams

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About reservoirs in KwaZulu-Natal

As of June 9, 2026, the reservoirs we track across KwaZulu-Natal that report live levels hold roughly 4,445 Mm³ of water — about 90.5% of their combined capacity. Taken together, KwaZulu-Natal's reservoirs are high.

None of the tracked reservoirs are currently at critically low levels. Inanda Dam is the fullest at 100.7%, while Mearns Dam is the lowest at 58.8%.

Over the most recent week on record, 1 reservoir rose and 1 reservoir fell across KwaZulu-Natal.

Storage figures for KwaZulu-Natal come from DWS; the most recent reading is from June 9, 2026. Each reservoir below links to its own page with full history and seasonal context.

KwaZulu-Natal at a glance

Reservoirs tracked
19
Average fill
90.5%
Water stored
4,445 Mm³
Combined capacity
4,911 Mm³
Fullest
Inanda Dam (100.7%)
Lowest
Mearns Dam (58.8%)
Last updated
June 9, 2026

Frequently asked questions

How full are reservoirs in KwaZulu-Natal right now?

As of June 9, 2026, the reservoirs tracked in KwaZulu-Natal that report live levels are 90.5% full overall, holding about 4,445 Mm³ of water.

How many reservoirs are there in KwaZulu-Natal?

reservoirs.earth tracks 19 reservoirs in KwaZulu-Natal, with a combined storage capacity of 4,911 Mm³.

Which reservoir in KwaZulu-Natal is the fullest?

Inanda Dam is currently the fullest reservoir in KwaZulu-Natal, at 100.7% of capacity.

Which reservoir in KwaZulu-Natal is the lowest?

Mearns Dam is currently the lowest in KwaZulu-Natal, at 58.8% of capacity.

Where does the reservoir data for KwaZulu-Natal come from?

All storage figures for KwaZulu-Natal come from DWS, an official source, last updated June 9, 2026.

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