Dam · Western Cape · South Africa · DWS
Brandvlei Dam
52.5% full
Total capacity
286.1 Mm³
River
Brandvlei
Basin
Breede
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS
Coordinates
-33.667°S, 19.567°E
Last updated
2026-06-29
Current fill
52.5%vs 7 days ago
+0.8%gaining
vs 1 year ago
N/A7-day trend
→stable
Weekly storage
Fill history — multi-year
About this dam
Dam height
35 m
Year built
1981
Dam type
Earthfill
Data source
official
Storage data: Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) Weekly State of Dams report, South Africa.
Catchment Weather
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About Brandvlei Dam
As of June 29, 2026, Brandvlei Dam is filled to 52.5% of its total capacity, holding roughly 150 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 286 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 (+0.8 pts).
Across the readings we hold for Brandvlei Dam — 8 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 29, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 45.0% (May 31, 2026) to a high of 52.5% (June 29, 2026).
The dam at Brandvlei Dam stands 35 m tall and is a earthfill dam and was completed in 1981. It is operated by DWS primarily for water supply. It lies within the Breede basin at 33.667°S, 19.567°E.
Key facts
- Current fill level
- 52.5%
- Water stored
- 150 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 286 Mm³
- 7-day change
- ▲ 0.8 pts
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Brandvlei
- River basin
- Breede
- Dam height
- 35 m
- Year completed
- 1981
- Operator
- DWS
- Coordinates
- 33.667°S, 19.567°E
- Last updated
- June 29, 2026
Recent readings
| Date | Fill level | Volume (Mm³) |
|---|---|---|
| 29 Jun 2026 | 52.5% | 150 |
| 22 Jun 2026 | 51.7% | 148 |
| 16 Jun 2026 | 47.8% | 137 |
| 9 Jun 2026 | 47.8% | 137 |
| 8 Jun 2026 | 45.7% | 131 |
| 7 Jun 2026 | 45.7% | 131 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | 45.7% | 131 |
| 31 May 2026 | 45.0% | 129 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Brandvlei Dam?
As of June 29, 2026, Brandvlei Dam is at 52.5% of its capacity, holding approximately 150 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is Brandvlei Dam reservoir full?
No. As of June 29, 2026, Brandvlei Dam is within its normal operating range at 52.5% of its capacity, so it is not full.
Is the water level at Brandvlei Dam rising or falling?
The level at Brandvlei Dam has been broadly stable over the latest week on record (+0.8 points).
How much water can Brandvlei Dam hold?
Brandvlei Dam has a total capacity of 286 Mm³.
Where is Brandvlei Dam reservoir located?
Brandvlei Dam is located in Western Cape, South Africa, within the Breede basin (coordinates 33.667°S, 19.567°E).
When was Brandvlei Dam dam built?
The dam at Brandvlei Dam was completed in 1981.
What is Brandvlei Dam used for?
Brandvlei Dam is used primarily for water supply, and is managed by DWS.
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See also: South Africa dam levels, explained — how the DWS Weekly State of Dams report becomes the national and provincial figures.