Dam · Eastern Cape · South Africa · DWS
Impofu Dam
100.4% full
Total capacity
105.8 Mm³
River
Krom River
Basin
Unknown
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS South Africa
Coordinates
-34.095°S, 24.690°E
Last updated
2026-06-29
Current fill
100.4%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.
Catchment Weather
Past 30 days + 14-day forecast · Open-Meteo
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About Impofu Dam
As of June 29, 2026, Impofu Dam is filled to 100.4% of its total capacity, holding roughly 106 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 106 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 Impofu Dam — 8 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 29, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 100.4% (June 29, 2026) to a high of 102.4% (June 9, 2026).
It is operated by DWS South Africa primarily for water supply. It lies within the Unknown basin at 34.095°S, 24.690°E.
Key facts
- Current fill level
- 100.4%
- Water stored
- 106 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 106 Mm³
- 7-day change
- ▼ 0.3 pts
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Krom River
- River basin
- Unknown
- Operator
- DWS South Africa
- Coordinates
- 34.095°S, 24.690°E
- Last updated
- June 29, 2026
Recent readings
| Date | Fill level | Volume (Mm³) |
|---|---|---|
| 29 Jun 2026 | 100.4% | 106 |
| 22 Jun 2026 | 100.7% | 107 |
| 16 Jun 2026 | 102.4% | 108 |
| 9 Jun 2026 | 102.4% | 108 |
| 8 Jun 2026 | 100.6% | 106 |
| 7 Jun 2026 | 100.6% | 106 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | 100.6% | 106 |
| 31 May 2026 | 100.9% | 107 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Impofu Dam?
As of June 29, 2026, Impofu Dam is at 100.4% of its capacity, holding approximately 106 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is Impofu Dam reservoir full?
Impofu Dam is essentially full, sitting at 100.4% of capacity as of June 29, 2026.
Is the water level at Impofu Dam rising or falling?
The level at Impofu Dam has been broadly stable over the latest week on record (-0.3 points).
How much water can Impofu Dam hold?
Impofu Dam has a total capacity of 106 Mm³.
Where is Impofu Dam reservoir located?
Impofu Dam is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa, within the Unknown basin (coordinates 34.095°S, 24.690°E).
What is Impofu Dam used for?
Impofu 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.