Dam · Eastern Cape · South Africa · DWS
Boesmanskrantz Dam
69.2% full
Total capacity
4.9 Mm³
River
Oxkraal River
Basin
Unknown
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS South Africa
Last updated
2026-06-09
Current fill
69.2%vs 7 days ago
0.0%stable
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.
About Boesmanskrantz Dam
As of June 9, 2026, Boesmanskrantz Dam is filled to 69.2% of its total capacity, holding roughly 3 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 5 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 (+0.0 pts).
Across the readings we hold for Boesmanskrantz Dam — 5 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 9, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 69.2% (May 31, 2026) to a high of 69.2% (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
- 69.2%
- Water stored
- 3 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 5 Mm³
- 7-day change
- No change
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Oxkraal 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 | 69.2% | 3 |
| 8 Jun 2026 | 69.2% | 3 |
| 7 Jun 2026 | 69.2% | 3 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | 69.2% | 3 |
| 31 May 2026 | 69.2% | 3 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Boesmanskrantz Dam?
As of June 9, 2026, Boesmanskrantz Dam is at 69.2% of its capacity, holding approximately 3 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is Boesmanskrantz Dam reservoir full?
No. As of June 9, 2026, Boesmanskrantz Dam is within its normal operating range at 69.2% of its capacity, so it is not full.
Is the water level at Boesmanskrantz Dam rising or falling?
The level at Boesmanskrantz Dam has been broadly stable over the latest week on record (0.0 points).
How much water can Boesmanskrantz Dam hold?
Boesmanskrantz Dam has a total capacity of 5 Mm³.
Where is Boesmanskrantz Dam reservoir located?
Boesmanskrantz Dam is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa, within the Unknown basin (coordinates 0.000°N, 0.000°E).
What is Boesmanskrantz Dam used for?
Boesmanskrantz Dam is used primarily for water supply, and is managed by DWS South Africa.