Dam · Eastern Cape · South Africa · DWS
Darlington Dam
50.0% full
Total capacity
179.9 Mm³
River
Sondags River
Basin
Unknown
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS South Africa
Coordinates
-33.206°S, 25.147°E
Last updated
2026-06-29
Current fill
50.0%vs 7 days ago
-1.3%losing
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 Darlington Dam
As of June 29, 2026, Darlington Dam is filled to 50.0% of its total capacity, holding roughly 90 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 180 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 (-1.3 pts).
Across the readings we hold for Darlington Dam — 8 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 29, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 50.0% (June 29, 2026) to a high of 75.2% (June 9, 2026).
It is operated by DWS South Africa primarily for water supply. It lies within the Unknown basin at 33.206°S, 25.147°E.
Key facts
- Current fill level
- 50.0%
- Water stored
- 90 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 180 Mm³
- 7-day change
- ▼ 1.3 pts
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Sondags River
- River basin
- Unknown
- Operator
- DWS South Africa
- Coordinates
- 33.206°S, 25.147°E
- Last updated
- June 29, 2026
Recent readings
| Date | Fill level | Volume (Mm³) |
|---|---|---|
| 29 Jun 2026 | 50.0% | 90 |
| 22 Jun 2026 | 51.3% | 92 |
| 16 Jun 2026 | 75.2% | 135 |
| 9 Jun 2026 | 75.2% | 135 |
| 8 Jun 2026 | 50.7% | 91 |
| 7 Jun 2026 | 50.7% | 91 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | 50.7% | 91 |
| 31 May 2026 | 52.5% | 94 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Darlington Dam?
As of June 29, 2026, Darlington Dam is at 50.0% of its capacity, holding approximately 90 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is Darlington Dam reservoir full?
No. As of June 29, 2026, Darlington Dam is within its normal operating range at 50.0% of its capacity, so it is not full.
Is the water level at Darlington Dam rising or falling?
The level at Darlington Dam has been broadly stable over the latest week on record (-1.3 points).
How much water can Darlington Dam hold?
Darlington Dam has a total capacity of 180 Mm³.
Where is Darlington Dam reservoir located?
Darlington Dam is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa, within the Unknown basin (coordinates 33.206°S, 25.147°E).
What is Darlington Dam used for?
Darlington 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.