Dam · Western Cape · South Africa · DWS
Eikenhof Dam
102.1% full
Total capacity
28.9 Mm³
River
Palmiet River
Basin
Unknown
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS South Africa
Last updated
2026-06-09
Current fill
102.1%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
Data source
official
Storage data: Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) Weekly State of Dams report, South Africa.
Satellite imagery: Esri, Maxar, Earthstar Geographics. Map: Esri, HERE, Garmin, © OpenStreetMap contributors. 0.000, 0.000 · Open in Google Maps
About Eikenhof Dam
As of June 9, 2026, Eikenhof Dam is filled to 102.1% of its total capacity, holding roughly 30 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 29 Mm³. At this level the reservoir is effectively full.
Over the most recent week on record the fill level has held broadly steady (+0.8 pts).
Across the readings we hold for Eikenhof Dam — 5 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 9, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 101.3% (June 3, 2026) to a high of 102.1% (May 31, 2026).
It is operated by DWS South Africa primarily for water supply. It lies within the Unknown basin at 0.000°N, 0.000°E.
Key facts
- Current fill level
- 102.1%
- Water stored
- 30 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 29 Mm³
- 7-day change
- ▲ 0.8 pts
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Palmiet River
- River basin
- Unknown
- Operator
- DWS South Africa
- Coordinates
- 0.000°N, 0.000°E
- Last updated
- June 9, 2026
Recent readings
| Date | Fill level | Volume (Mm³) |
|---|---|---|
| 9 Jun 2026 | 102.1% | 30 |
| 8 Jun 2026 | 101.3% | 29 |
| 7 Jun 2026 | 101.3% | 29 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | 101.3% | 29 |
| 31 May 2026 | 102.1% | 30 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Eikenhof Dam?
As of June 9, 2026, Eikenhof Dam is at 102.1% of its capacity, holding approximately 30 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is Eikenhof Dam reservoir full?
Eikenhof Dam is essentially full, sitting at 102.1% of capacity as of June 9, 2026.
Is the water level at Eikenhof Dam rising or falling?
The level at Eikenhof Dam has been broadly stable over the latest week on record (+0.8 points).
How much water can Eikenhof Dam hold?
Eikenhof Dam has a total capacity of 29 Mm³.
Where is Eikenhof Dam reservoir located?
Eikenhof Dam is located in Western Cape, South Africa, within the Unknown basin (coordinates 0.000°N, 0.000°E).
What is Eikenhof Dam used for?
Eikenhof Dam is used primarily for water supply, and is managed by DWS South Africa.