Dam · Free State · South Africa · DWS
Kalkfontein Dam
101.7% full
Total capacity
325.2 Mm³
River
Riet River
Basin
Unknown
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS South Africa
Coordinates
-29.496°S, 25.222°E
Last updated
2026-06-29
Current fill
101.7%vs 7 days ago
-0.1%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 Kalkfontein Dam
As of June 29, 2026, Kalkfontein Dam is filled to 101.7% of its total capacity, holding roughly 331 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 325 Mm³. At this level the reservoir is effectively full.
Over the most recent week on record the fill level has held broadly steady (-0.1 pts).
Across the readings we hold for Kalkfontein Dam — 8 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 29, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 101.7% (June 29, 2026) to a high of 103.0% (May 31, 2026).
It is operated by DWS South Africa primarily for water supply. It lies within the Unknown basin at 29.496°S, 25.222°E.
Key facts
- Current fill level
- 101.7%
- Water stored
- 331 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 325 Mm³
- 7-day change
- ▼ 0.1 pts
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Riet River
- River basin
- Unknown
- Operator
- DWS South Africa
- Coordinates
- 29.496°S, 25.222°E
- Last updated
- June 29, 2026
Recent readings
| Date | Fill level | Volume (Mm³) |
|---|---|---|
| 29 Jun 2026 | 101.7% | 331 |
| 22 Jun 2026 | 101.8% | 331 |
| 16 Jun 2026 | 102.5% | 333 |
| 9 Jun 2026 | 102.5% | 333 |
| 8 Jun 2026 | 102.7% | 334 |
| 7 Jun 2026 | 102.7% | 334 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | 102.7% | 334 |
| 31 May 2026 | 103.0% | 335 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Kalkfontein Dam?
As of June 29, 2026, Kalkfontein Dam is at 101.7% of its capacity, holding approximately 331 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is Kalkfontein Dam reservoir full?
Kalkfontein Dam is essentially full, sitting at 101.7% of capacity as of June 29, 2026.
Is the water level at Kalkfontein Dam rising or falling?
The level at Kalkfontein Dam has been broadly stable over the latest week on record (-0.1 points).
How much water can Kalkfontein Dam hold?
Kalkfontein Dam has a total capacity of 325 Mm³.
Where is Kalkfontein Dam reservoir located?
Kalkfontein Dam is located in Free State, South Africa, within the Unknown basin (coordinates 29.496°S, 25.222°E).
What is Kalkfontein Dam used for?
Kalkfontein 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.