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KwaZulu-Natal

Dams

19

Total capacity

4.9 km³

Avg fill

86.3%

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Dams

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About reservoirs in KwaZulu-Natal

As of August 31, 2026, the reservoirs we track across KwaZulu-Natal that report live levels hold roughly 4,240 Mm³ of water — about 86.3% of their combined capacity. Taken together, KwaZulu-Natal's reservoirs are high.

None of the tracked reservoirs are currently at critically low levels. Zaaihoek Dam is the fullest at 100.5%, while Ntshingwayo Dam is the lowest at 67.8%.

Over the most recent week on record, 3 reservoirs fell across KwaZulu-Natal.

Storage figures for KwaZulu-Natal 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.

KwaZulu-Natal at a glance

Reservoirs tracked
19
Average fill
86.3%
Water stored
4,240 Mm³
Combined capacity
4,911 Mm³
Fullest
Zaaihoek Dam (100.5%)
Lowest
Ntshingwayo Dam (67.8%)
Last updated
August 31, 2026

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

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