Dam · Limpopo · South Africa · DWS
Glen Alpine Dam
103.2% full
Total capacity
18.9 Mm³
River
Mogalakwena River
Basin
Unknown
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS South Africa
Last updated
2026-06-09
Current fill
103.2%vs 7 days ago
-0.3%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.
Satellite imagery: Esri, Maxar, Earthstar Geographics. Map: Esri, HERE, Garmin, © OpenStreetMap contributors. 0.000, 0.000 · Open in Google Maps
About Glen Alpine Dam
As of June 9, 2026, Glen Alpine Dam is filled to 103.2% of its total capacity, holding roughly 20 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 19 Mm³. At this level the reservoir is effectively full.
Over the most recent week on record the fill level has held broadly steady (-0.3 pts).
Across the readings we hold for Glen Alpine Dam — 5 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 9, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 103.2% (June 9, 2026) to a high of 104.2% (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
- 103.2%
- Water stored
- 20 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 19 Mm³
- 7-day change
- ▼ 0.3 pts
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Mogalakwena 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 | 103.2% | 20 |
| 8 Jun 2026 | 103.5% | 20 |
| 7 Jun 2026 | 103.5% | 20 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | 103.5% | 20 |
| 31 May 2026 | 104.2% | 20 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Glen Alpine Dam?
As of June 9, 2026, Glen Alpine Dam is at 103.2% of its capacity, holding approximately 20 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is Glen Alpine Dam reservoir full?
Glen Alpine Dam is essentially full, sitting at 103.2% of capacity as of June 9, 2026.
Is the water level at Glen Alpine Dam rising or falling?
The level at Glen Alpine Dam has been broadly stable over the latest week on record (-0.3 points).
How much water can Glen Alpine Dam hold?
Glen Alpine Dam has a total capacity of 19 Mm³.
Where is Glen Alpine Dam reservoir located?
Glen Alpine Dam is located in Limpopo, South Africa, within the Unknown basin (coordinates 0.000°N, 0.000°E).
What is Glen Alpine Dam used for?
Glen Alpine Dam is used primarily for water supply, and is managed by DWS South Africa.