Dam · Free State · South Africa · DWS
Erfenis Dam
100.2% full
Total capacity
213.8 Mm³
River
Groot-Vet River
Basin
Unknown
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS South Africa
Coordinates
-28.511°S, 26.778°E
Last updated
2026-06-29
Current fill
100.2%vs 7 days ago
-0.1%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 Erfenis Dam
As of June 29, 2026, Erfenis Dam is filled to 100.2% of its total capacity, holding roughly 214 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 214 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 Erfenis Dam — 8 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 29, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 100.2% (June 29, 2026) to a high of 102.5% (June 9, 2026).
It is operated by DWS South Africa primarily for water supply. It lies within the Unknown basin at 28.511°S, 26.778°E.
Key facts
- Current fill level
- 100.2%
- Water stored
- 214 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 214 Mm³
- 7-day change
- ▼ 0.1 pts
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Groot-Vet River
- River basin
- Unknown
- Operator
- DWS South Africa
- Coordinates
- 28.511°S, 26.778°E
- Last updated
- June 29, 2026
Recent readings
| Date | Fill level | Volume (Mm³) |
|---|---|---|
| 29 Jun 2026 | 100.2% | 214 |
| 22 Jun 2026 | 100.3% | 214 |
| 16 Jun 2026 | 102.5% | 219 |
| 9 Jun 2026 | 102.5% | 219 |
| 8 Jun 2026 | 100.5% | 215 |
| 7 Jun 2026 | 100.5% | 215 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | 100.5% | 215 |
| 31 May 2026 | 100.6% | 215 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Erfenis Dam?
As of June 29, 2026, Erfenis Dam is at 100.2% of its capacity, holding approximately 214 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is Erfenis Dam reservoir full?
Erfenis Dam is essentially full, sitting at 100.2% of capacity as of June 29, 2026.
Is the water level at Erfenis Dam rising or falling?
The level at Erfenis Dam has been broadly stable over the latest week on record (-0.1 points).
How much water can Erfenis Dam hold?
Erfenis Dam has a total capacity of 214 Mm³.
Where is Erfenis Dam reservoir located?
Erfenis Dam is located in Free State, South Africa, within the Unknown basin (coordinates 28.511°S, 26.778°E).
What is Erfenis Dam used for?
Erfenis 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.