South Africa · NC · DWS
Northern Cape
Dams
6
Total capacity
0.2 km³
Avg fill
102.6%
Critical
1
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Dams
Sorted by capacity⚠️ The most recent reading we have for Northern Cape is 31 days old — the official source may be delayed. Figures below may not reflect today’s levels.
About reservoirs in Northern Cape
As of June 29, 2026, the reservoirs we track across Northern Cape that report live levels hold roughly 153 Mm³ of water — about 102.6% of their combined capacity. Taken together, Northern Cape's reservoirs are effectively full.
None of the tracked reservoirs are currently at critically low levels. Boegoeberg Dam is the fullest at 117.8%, while Vaalharts Weir Dam is the lowest at 90.0%.
Over the most recent week on record, 1 reservoir rose across Northern Cape.
Storage figures for Northern Cape come from DWS; the most recent reading is from June 29, 2026. Each reservoir below links to its own page with full history and seasonal context.
Northern Cape at a glance
- Reservoirs tracked
- 6
- Average fill
- 102.6%
- Water stored
- 153 Mm³
- Combined capacity
- 151 Mm³
- Fullest
- Boegoeberg Dam (117.8%)
- Lowest
- Vaalharts Weir Dam (90.0%)
- Last updated
- June 29, 2026
Frequently asked questions
How full are reservoirs in Northern Cape right now?
As of June 29, 2026, the reservoirs tracked in Northern Cape that report live levels are 102.6% full overall, holding about 153 Mm³ of water.
How many reservoirs are there in Northern Cape?
reservoirs.earth tracks 6 reservoirs in Northern Cape, with a combined storage capacity of 151 Mm³.
Which reservoir in Northern Cape is the fullest?
Boegoeberg Dam is currently the fullest reservoir in Northern Cape, at 117.8% of capacity.
Which reservoir in Northern Cape is the lowest?
Vaalharts Weir Dam is currently the lowest in Northern Cape, at 90.0% of capacity.
Where does the reservoir data for Northern Cape come from?
All storage figures for Northern Cape come from DWS, an official source, last updated June 29, 2026.
See also: South Africa dam levels, explained — national and provincial breakdown