Dam · Free State · South Africa · DWS
Krugersdrift Dam
100.3% full
Total capacity
71.5 Mm³
River
Modder River
Basin
Unknown
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS South Africa
Coordinates
-28.884°S, 25.956°E
Last updated
2026-06-29
Current fill
100.3%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.
Catchment Weather
Past 30 days + 14-day forecast · Open-Meteo
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About Krugersdrift Dam
As of June 29, 2026, Krugersdrift Dam is filled to 100.3% of its total capacity, holding roughly 72 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 72 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 Krugersdrift Dam — 8 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 29, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 100.3% (June 29, 2026) to a high of 103.1% (June 9, 2026).
It is operated by DWS South Africa primarily for water supply. It lies within the Unknown basin at 28.884°S, 25.956°E.
Key facts
- Current fill level
- 100.3%
- Water stored
- 72 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 72 Mm³
- 7-day change
- ▼ 0.2 pts
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Modder River
- River basin
- Unknown
- Operator
- DWS South Africa
- Coordinates
- 28.884°S, 25.956°E
- Last updated
- June 29, 2026
Recent readings
| Date | Fill level | Volume (Mm³) |
|---|---|---|
| 29 Jun 2026 | 100.3% | 72 |
| 22 Jun 2026 | 100.5% | 72 |
| 16 Jun 2026 | 103.1% | 74 |
| 9 Jun 2026 | 103.1% | 74 |
| 8 Jun 2026 | 100.5% | 72 |
| 7 Jun 2026 | 100.5% | 72 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | 100.5% | 72 |
| 31 May 2026 | 101.3% | 72 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Krugersdrift Dam?
As of June 29, 2026, Krugersdrift Dam is at 100.3% of its capacity, holding approximately 72 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is Krugersdrift Dam reservoir full?
Krugersdrift Dam is essentially full, sitting at 100.3% of capacity as of June 29, 2026.
Is the water level at Krugersdrift Dam rising or falling?
The level at Krugersdrift Dam has been broadly stable over the latest week on record (-0.2 points).
How much water can Krugersdrift Dam hold?
Krugersdrift Dam has a total capacity of 72 Mm³.
Where is Krugersdrift Dam reservoir located?
Krugersdrift Dam is located in Free State, South Africa, within the Unknown basin (coordinates 28.884°S, 25.956°E).
What is Krugersdrift Dam used for?
Krugersdrift 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.