Dam · Western Cape · South Africa · DWS
Ceres Dam
101.2% full
Total capacity
17.3 Mm³
River
Koekedou River
Basin
Unknown
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS South Africa
Coordinates
-33.363°S, 19.273°E
Last updated
2026-06-29
Current fill
101.2%vs 7 days ago
+1.2%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
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About Ceres Dam
As of June 29, 2026, Ceres Dam is filled to 101.2% of its total capacity, holding roughly 18 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 17 Mm³. At this level the reservoir is effectively full.
Over the most recent week on record the fill level has held broadly steady (+1.2 pts).
Across the readings we hold for Ceres Dam — 8 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 29, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 62.0% (May 31, 2026) to a high of 101.2% (June 29, 2026).
It is operated by DWS South Africa primarily for water supply. It lies within the Unknown basin at 33.363°S, 19.273°E.
Key facts
- Current fill level
- 101.2%
- Water stored
- 18 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 17 Mm³
- 7-day change
- ▲ 1.2 pts
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Koekedou River
- River basin
- Unknown
- Operator
- DWS South Africa
- Coordinates
- 33.363°S, 19.273°E
- Last updated
- June 29, 2026
Recent readings
| Date | Fill level | Volume (Mm³) |
|---|---|---|
| 29 Jun 2026 | 101.2% | 18 |
| 22 Jun 2026 | 100.0% | 17 |
| 16 Jun 2026 | 84.6% | 15 |
| 9 Jun 2026 | 84.6% | 15 |
| 8 Jun 2026 | 62.0% | 11 |
| 7 Jun 2026 | 62.0% | 11 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | 62.0% | 11 |
| 31 May 2026 | 62.0% | 11 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Ceres Dam?
As of June 29, 2026, Ceres Dam is at 101.2% of its capacity, holding approximately 18 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is Ceres Dam reservoir full?
Ceres Dam is essentially full, sitting at 101.2% of capacity as of June 29, 2026.
Is the water level at Ceres Dam rising or falling?
The level at Ceres Dam has been broadly stable over the latest week on record (+1.2 points).
How much water can Ceres Dam hold?
Ceres Dam has a total capacity of 17 Mm³.
Where is Ceres Dam reservoir located?
Ceres Dam is located in Western Cape, South Africa, within the Unknown basin (coordinates 33.363°S, 19.273°E).
What is Ceres Dam used for?
Ceres 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.