Dam · Eastern Cape · South Africa · DWS
Lubisi Dam
66.9% full
Total capacity
113.6 Mm³
River
Indwe River
Basin
Unknown
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS South Africa
Coordinates
-31.796°S, 27.430°E
Last updated
2026-06-29
Current fill
66.9%vs 7 days ago
+0.2%gaining
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 Lubisi Dam
As of June 29, 2026, Lubisi Dam is filled to 66.9% of its total capacity, holding roughly 76 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 114 Mm³. At this level the reservoir is within its normal operating range.
Over the most recent week on record the fill level has held broadly steady (+0.2 pts).
Across the readings we hold for Lubisi Dam — 8 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 29, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 66.7% (June 22, 2026) to a high of 67.4% (May 31, 2026).
It is operated by DWS South Africa primarily for water supply. It lies within the Unknown basin at 31.796°S, 27.430°E.
Key facts
- Current fill level
- 66.9%
- Water stored
- 76 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 114 Mm³
- 7-day change
- ▲ 0.2 pts
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Indwe River
- River basin
- Unknown
- Operator
- DWS South Africa
- Coordinates
- 31.796°S, 27.430°E
- Last updated
- June 29, 2026
Recent readings
| Date | Fill level | Volume (Mm³) |
|---|---|---|
| 29 Jun 2026 | 66.9% | 76 |
| 22 Jun 2026 | 66.7% | 76 |
| 16 Jun 2026 | 67.3% | 77 |
| 9 Jun 2026 | 67.3% | 77 |
| 8 Jun 2026 | 66.9% | 76 |
| 7 Jun 2026 | 66.9% | 76 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | 66.9% | 76 |
| 31 May 2026 | 67.4% | 77 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Lubisi Dam?
As of June 29, 2026, Lubisi Dam is at 66.9% of its capacity, holding approximately 76 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is Lubisi Dam reservoir full?
No. As of June 29, 2026, Lubisi Dam is within its normal operating range at 66.9% of its capacity, so it is not full.
Is the water level at Lubisi Dam rising or falling?
The level at Lubisi Dam has been broadly stable over the latest week on record (+0.2 points).
How much water can Lubisi Dam hold?
Lubisi Dam has a total capacity of 114 Mm³.
Where is Lubisi Dam reservoir located?
Lubisi Dam is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa, within the Unknown basin (coordinates 31.796°S, 27.430°E).
What is Lubisi Dam used for?
Lubisi Dam is used primarily for water supply, and is managed by DWS South Africa.
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See also: South Africa dam levels, explained — how the DWS Weekly State of Dams report becomes the national and provincial figures.