Dam · Eastern Cape · South Africa · DWS
De Mistkraal Dam
74.9% full
Total capacity
2.05 Mm³
River
Little Fish River
Basin
Unknown
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS South Africa
Coordinates
-32.967°S, 25.671°E
Last updated
2026-06-29
Current fill
74.9%vs 7 days ago
-26.6%losing
vs 1 year ago
N/A7-day trend
↓falling
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
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About De Mistkraal Dam
As of June 29, 2026, De Mistkraal Dam is filled to 74.9% of its total capacity, holding roughly 2 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 2 Mm³. At this level the reservoir is within its normal operating range.
Over the most recent week on record the fill level has fallen by 26.6 percentage points.
Across the readings we hold for De Mistkraal Dam — 8 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 29, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 74.9% (June 29, 2026) to a high of 104.0% (June 9, 2026).
It is operated by DWS South Africa primarily for water supply. It lies within the Unknown basin at 32.967°S, 25.671°E.
Key facts
- Current fill level
- 74.9%
- Water stored
- 2 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 2 Mm³
- 7-day change
- ▼ 26.6 pts
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Little Fish River
- River basin
- Unknown
- Operator
- DWS South Africa
- Coordinates
- 32.967°S, 25.671°E
- Last updated
- June 29, 2026
Recent readings
| Date | Fill level | Volume (Mm³) |
|---|---|---|
| 29 Jun 2026 | 74.9% | 2 |
| 22 Jun 2026 | 101.5% | 2 |
| 16 Jun 2026 | 104.0% | 2 |
| 9 Jun 2026 | 104.0% | 2 |
| 8 Jun 2026 | 97.9% | 2 |
| 7 Jun 2026 | 97.9% | 2 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | 97.9% | 2 |
| 31 May 2026 | 98.6% | 2 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of De Mistkraal Dam?
As of June 29, 2026, De Mistkraal Dam is at 74.9% of its capacity, holding approximately 2 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is De Mistkraal Dam reservoir full?
No. As of June 29, 2026, De Mistkraal Dam is within its normal operating range at 74.9% of its capacity, so it is not full.
Is the water level at De Mistkraal Dam rising or falling?
The level at De Mistkraal Dam is falling — it dropped 26.6 percentage points over the latest week on record.
How much water can De Mistkraal Dam hold?
De Mistkraal Dam has a total capacity of 2 Mm³.
Where is De Mistkraal Dam reservoir located?
De Mistkraal Dam is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa, within the Unknown basin (coordinates 32.967°S, 25.671°E).
What is De Mistkraal Dam used for?
De Mistkraal 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.