Dam · Western Cape · South Africa · DWS
Berg River Dam
76.3% full
Total capacity
127.1 Mm³
River
Berg River
Basin
Unknown
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS South Africa
Last updated
2026-06-09
Current fill
76.3%vs 7 days ago
+0.4%gaining
vs 1 year ago
N/A7-day trend
→stable
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.
Satellite imagery: Esri, Maxar, Earthstar Geographics. Map: Esri, HERE, Garmin, © OpenStreetMap contributors. 0.000, 0.000 · Open in Google Maps
About Berg River Dam
As of June 9, 2026, Berg River Dam is filled to 76.3% of its total capacity, holding roughly 97 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 127 Mm³. At this level the reservoir is within its normal operating range.
Over the most recent week on record the fill level has held broadly steady (+0.4 pts).
Across the readings we hold for Berg River Dam — 5 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 9, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 75.9% (June 3, 2026) to a high of 77.1% (May 31, 2026).
It is operated by DWS South Africa primarily for water supply. It lies within the Unknown basin at 0.000°N, 0.000°E.
Key facts
- Current fill level
- 76.3%
- Water stored
- 97 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 127 Mm³
- 7-day change
- ▲ 0.4 pts
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Berg River
- River basin
- Unknown
- Operator
- DWS South Africa
- Coordinates
- 0.000°N, 0.000°E
- Last updated
- June 9, 2026
Recent readings
| Date | Fill level | Volume (Mm³) |
|---|---|---|
| 9 Jun 2026 | 76.3% | 97 |
| 8 Jun 2026 | 75.9% | 97 |
| 7 Jun 2026 | 75.9% | 97 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | 75.9% | 97 |
| 31 May 2026 | 77.1% | 98 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Berg River Dam?
As of June 9, 2026, Berg River Dam is at 76.3% of its capacity, holding approximately 97 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is Berg River Dam reservoir full?
No. As of June 9, 2026, Berg River Dam is within its normal operating range at 76.3% of its capacity, so it is not full.
Is the water level at Berg River Dam rising or falling?
The level at Berg River Dam has been broadly stable over the latest week on record (+0.4 points).
How much water can Berg River Dam hold?
Berg River Dam has a total capacity of 127 Mm³.
Where is Berg River Dam reservoir located?
Berg River Dam is located in Western Cape, South Africa, within the Unknown basin (coordinates 0.000°N, 0.000°E).
What is Berg River Dam used for?
Berg River Dam is used primarily for water supply, and is managed by DWS South Africa.