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Albasini Dam

96.8% full

Total capacity

28.2 Mm³

River

Luvuvhu River

Basin

Unknown

Primary use

water supply

Operator

DWS South Africa

Coordinates

-23.107°S, 30.125°E

Last updated

2026-06-29

Data older than 14 days — last reading 2026-06-29. Shown for reference; it may not reflect current levels.

Current fill

96.8%
High

vs 7 days ago

+1.7%

gaining

vs 1 year ago

N/A

7-day trend

rising

Weekly storage

Fill history — multi-year

About this dam

Data source

official

Storage data: Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) Weekly State of Dams report, South Africa.

Catchment Weather

Past 30 days + 14-day forecast · Open-Meteo

Satellite imagery: Esri, Maxar, Earthstar Geographics. Map: Esri, HERE, Garmin, © OpenStreetMap contributors. -23.107, 30.125 · Open in Google Maps

About Albasini Dam

As of June 29, 2026, Albasini Dam is filled to 96.8% of its total capacity, holding roughly 27 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 28 Mm³. At this level the reservoir is high.

Over the most recent week on record the fill level has risen by 1.7 percentage points.

Across the readings we hold for Albasini Dam — 8 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 29, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 93.9% (May 31, 2026) to a high of 96.8% (June 29, 2026).

It is operated by DWS South Africa primarily for water supply. It lies within the Unknown basin at 23.107°S, 30.125°E.

Key facts

Current fill level
96.8%
Water stored
27 Mm³
Total capacity
28 Mm³
7-day change
▲ 1.7 pts
Primary use
Water supply
River
Luvuvhu River
River basin
Unknown
Operator
DWS South Africa
Coordinates
23.107°S, 30.125°E
Last updated
June 29, 2026

Recent readings

DateFill levelVolume (Mm³)
29 Jun 202696.8%27
22 Jun 202695.1%27
16 Jun 202696.6%27
9 Jun 202696.6%27
8 Jun 202694.7%27
7 Jun 202694.7%27
3 Jun 202694.7%27
31 May 202693.9%27

Frequently asked questions

What is the current water level of Albasini Dam?

As of June 29, 2026, Albasini Dam is at 96.8% of its capacity, holding approximately 27 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.

Is Albasini Dam reservoir full?

Albasini Dam is essentially full, sitting at 96.8% of capacity as of June 29, 2026.

Is the water level at Albasini Dam rising or falling?

The level at Albasini Dam is rising — it gained 1.7 percentage points over the latest week on record.

How much water can Albasini Dam hold?

Albasini Dam has a total capacity of 28 Mm³.

Where is Albasini Dam reservoir located?

Albasini Dam is located in Limpopo, South Africa, within the Unknown basin (coordinates 23.107°S, 30.125°E).

What is Albasini Dam used for?

Albasini Dam is used primarily for water supply, and is managed by DWS South Africa.

Nearby reservoirs

See also: South Africa dam levels, explained — how the DWS Weekly State of Dams report becomes the national and provincial figures.

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