Dam · Free State · South Africa · DWS
Gariep Dam
100.9% full
Total capacity
4,903.5 Mm³
River
Orange
Basin
Orange
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS
Coordinates
-30.544°S, 25.530°E
Last updated
2026-06-09
Current fill
100.9%vs 7 days ago
+1.3%gaining
vs 1 year ago
N/A7-day trend
→stable
Weekly storage
Fill history — multi-year
About this dam
Dam height
88 m
Year built
1972
Dam type
Arch-gravity
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 Gariep Dam
As of June 9, 2026, Gariep Dam is filled to 100.9% of its total capacity, holding roughly 4,948 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 4,904 Mm³. At this level the reservoir is effectively full.
Over the most recent week on record the fill level has held broadly steady (+1.3 pts).
Across the readings we hold for Gariep Dam — 5 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 9, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 99.6% (June 3, 2026) to a high of 102.3% (May 31, 2026).
The dam at Gariep Dam stands 88 m tall and is a arch-gravity dam and was completed in 1972. It is operated by DWS primarily for water supply. It lies within the Orange basin at 30.544°S, 25.530°E.
Key facts
- Current fill level
- 100.9%
- Water stored
- 4,948 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 4,904 Mm³
- 7-day change
- ▲ 1.3 pts
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Orange
- River basin
- Orange
- Dam height
- 88 m
- Year completed
- 1972
- Operator
- DWS
- Coordinates
- 30.544°S, 25.530°E
- Last updated
- June 9, 2026
Recent readings
| Date | Fill level | Volume (Mm³) |
|---|---|---|
| 9 Jun 2026 | 100.9% | 4,948 |
| 8 Jun 2026 | 99.6% | 4,884 |
| 7 Jun 2026 | 99.6% | 4,884 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | 99.6% | 4,884 |
| 31 May 2026 | 102.3% | 5,016 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Gariep Dam?
As of June 9, 2026, Gariep Dam is at 100.9% of its capacity, holding approximately 4,948 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is Gariep Dam reservoir full?
Gariep Dam is essentially full, sitting at 100.9% of capacity as of June 9, 2026.
Is the water level at Gariep Dam rising or falling?
The level at Gariep Dam has been broadly stable over the latest week on record (+1.3 points).
How much water can Gariep Dam hold?
Gariep Dam has a total capacity of 4,904 Mm³.
Where is Gariep Dam reservoir located?
Gariep Dam is located in Free State, South Africa, within the Orange basin (coordinates 30.544°S, 25.530°E).
When was Gariep Dam dam built?
The dam at Gariep Dam was completed in 1972.
What is Gariep Dam used for?
Gariep Dam is used primarily for water supply, and is managed by DWS.