Dam · Western Cape · South Africa · DWS
Hartebeestkuil Dam
95.2% full
Total capacity
7.2 Mm³
River
Hartenbos River
Basin
Unknown
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS South Africa
Last updated
2026-06-09
Current fill
95.2%vs 7 days ago
+39.7%gaining
vs 1 year ago
N/A7-day trend
↑rising
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.
About Hartebeestkuil Dam
As of June 9, 2026, Hartebeestkuil Dam is filled to 95.2% of its total capacity, holding roughly 7 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 7 Mm³. At this level the reservoir is high.
Over the most recent week on record the fill level has risen by 39.7 percentage points.
Across the readings we hold for Hartebeestkuil Dam — 5 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 9, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 55.5% (May 31, 2026) to a high of 95.2% (June 9, 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
- 95.2%
- Water stored
- 7 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 7 Mm³
- 7-day change
- ▲ 39.7 pts
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Hartenbos 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 | 95.2% | 7 |
| 8 Jun 2026 | 55.5% | 4 |
| 7 Jun 2026 | 55.5% | 4 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | 55.5% | 4 |
| 31 May 2026 | 55.5% | 4 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Hartebeestkuil Dam?
As of June 9, 2026, Hartebeestkuil Dam is at 95.2% of its capacity, holding approximately 7 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is Hartebeestkuil Dam reservoir full?
Hartebeestkuil Dam is essentially full, sitting at 95.2% of capacity as of June 9, 2026.
Is the water level at Hartebeestkuil Dam rising or falling?
The level at Hartebeestkuil Dam is rising — it gained 39.7 percentage points over the latest week on record.
How much water can Hartebeestkuil Dam hold?
Hartebeestkuil Dam has a total capacity of 7 Mm³.
Where is Hartebeestkuil Dam reservoir located?
Hartebeestkuil Dam is located in Western Cape, South Africa, within the Unknown basin (coordinates 0.000°N, 0.000°E).
What is Hartebeestkuil Dam used for?
Hartebeestkuil Dam is used primarily for water supply, and is managed by DWS South Africa.