Dam · Mpumalanga · South Africa · DWS
Buffelskloof Dam
100.3% full
Total capacity
5.24 Mm³
River
Waterval River
Basin
Unknown
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS South Africa
Coordinates
-24.955°S, 30.265°E
Last updated
2026-06-29
Current fill
100.3%vs 7 days ago
+0.1%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.
Catchment Weather
Past 30 days + 14-day forecast · Open-Meteo
About Buffelskloof Dam
As of June 29, 2026, Buffelskloof Dam is filled to 100.3% of its total capacity, holding roughly 5 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 5 Mm³. At this level the reservoir is effectively full.
Over the most recent week on record the fill level has held broadly steady (+0.1 pts).
Across the readings we hold for Buffelskloof Dam — 8 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 29, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 100.2% (June 22, 2026) to a high of 100.6% (May 31, 2026).
It is operated by DWS South Africa primarily for water supply. It lies within the Unknown basin at 24.955°S, 30.265°E.
Key facts
- Current fill level
- 100.3%
- Water stored
- 5 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 5 Mm³
- 7-day change
- ▲ 0.1 pts
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Waterval River
- River basin
- Unknown
- Operator
- DWS South Africa
- Coordinates
- 24.955°S, 30.265°E
- Last updated
- June 29, 2026
Recent readings
| Date | Fill level | Volume (Mm³) |
|---|---|---|
| 29 Jun 2026 | 100.3% | 5 |
| 22 Jun 2026 | 100.2% | 5 |
| 16 Jun 2026 | 100.5% | 5 |
| 9 Jun 2026 | 100.5% | 5 |
| 8 Jun 2026 | 100.5% | 5 |
| 7 Jun 2026 | 100.5% | 5 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | 100.5% | 5 |
| 31 May 2026 | 100.6% | 5 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Buffelskloof Dam?
As of June 29, 2026, Buffelskloof Dam is at 100.3% of its capacity, holding approximately 5 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is Buffelskloof Dam reservoir full?
Buffelskloof Dam is essentially full, sitting at 100.3% of capacity as of June 29, 2026.
Is the water level at Buffelskloof Dam rising or falling?
The level at Buffelskloof Dam has been broadly stable over the latest week on record (+0.1 points).
How much water can Buffelskloof Dam hold?
Buffelskloof Dam has a total capacity of 5 Mm³.
Where is Buffelskloof Dam reservoir located?
Buffelskloof Dam is located in Mpumalanga, South Africa, within the Unknown basin (coordinates 24.955°S, 30.265°E).
What is Buffelskloof Dam used for?
Buffelskloof 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.