Dam · Limpopo · South Africa · DWS
Hans Merensky Dam
103.1% full
Total capacity
1.22 Mm³
River
Ramadiepa River
Basin
Unknown
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS South Africa
Coordinates
-23.749°S, 30.108°E
Last updated
2026-06-29
Current fill
103.1%vs 7 days ago
0.0%stable
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
About Hans Merensky Dam
As of June 29, 2026, Hans Merensky Dam is filled to 103.1% of its total capacity, holding roughly 1 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 1 Mm³. At this level the reservoir is effectively full.
Over the most recent week on record the fill level has held broadly steady (+0.0 pts).
Across the readings we hold for Hans Merensky Dam — 8 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 29, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 103.1% (June 3, 2026) to a high of 103.5% (May 31, 2026).
It is operated by DWS South Africa primarily for water supply. It lies within the Unknown basin at 23.749°S, 30.108°E.
Key facts
- Current fill level
- 103.1%
- Water stored
- 1 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 1 Mm³
- 7-day change
- No change
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Ramadiepa River
- River basin
- Unknown
- Operator
- DWS South Africa
- Coordinates
- 23.749°S, 30.108°E
- Last updated
- June 29, 2026
Recent readings
| Date | Fill level | Volume (Mm³) |
|---|---|---|
| 29 Jun 2026 | 103.1% | 1 |
| 22 Jun 2026 | 103.1% | 1 |
| 16 Jun 2026 | 103.1% | 1 |
| 9 Jun 2026 | 103.1% | 1 |
| 8 Jun 2026 | 103.1% | 1 |
| 7 Jun 2026 | 103.1% | 1 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | 103.1% | 1 |
| 31 May 2026 | 103.5% | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Hans Merensky Dam?
As of June 29, 2026, Hans Merensky Dam is at 103.1% of its capacity, holding approximately 1 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is Hans Merensky Dam reservoir full?
Hans Merensky Dam is essentially full, sitting at 103.1% of capacity as of June 29, 2026.
Is the water level at Hans Merensky Dam rising or falling?
The level at Hans Merensky Dam has been broadly stable over the latest week on record (0.0 points).
How much water can Hans Merensky Dam hold?
Hans Merensky Dam has a total capacity of 1 Mm³.
Where is Hans Merensky Dam reservoir located?
Hans Merensky Dam is located in Limpopo, South Africa, within the Unknown basin (coordinates 23.749°S, 30.108°E).
What is Hans Merensky Dam used for?
Hans Merensky 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.