Dam · Free State · South Africa · DWS
Kalkfontein Dam
102.5% full
Total capacity
325.2 Mm³
River
Riet River
Basin
Unknown
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS South Africa
Last updated
2026-06-09
Current fill
102.5%vs 7 days ago
-0.2%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 Kalkfontein Dam
As of June 9, 2026, Kalkfontein Dam is filled to 102.5% of its total capacity, holding roughly 333 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 (-0.2 pts).
Across the readings we hold for Kalkfontein Dam — 5 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 9, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 102.5% (June 9, 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 0.000°N, 0.000°E.
Key facts
- Current fill level
- 102.5%
- Water stored
- 333 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 325 Mm³
- 7-day change
- ▼ 0.2 pts
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Riet 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 | 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 9, 2026, Kalkfontein Dam is at 102.5% of its capacity, holding approximately 333 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is Kalkfontein Dam reservoir full?
Kalkfontein Dam is essentially full, sitting at 102.5% of capacity as of June 9, 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 (-0.2 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 0.000°N, 0.000°E).
What is Kalkfontein Dam used for?
Kalkfontein Dam is used primarily for water supply, and is managed by DWS South Africa.