Dam · North West · South Africa · DWS
Marico-Bosveld Dam
101.5% full
Total capacity
27 Mm³
River
Groot-Marico River
Basin
Unknown
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS South Africa
Last updated
2026-06-09
Current fill
101.5%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 Marico-Bosveld Dam
As of June 9, 2026, Marico-Bosveld Dam is filled to 101.5% of its total capacity, holding roughly 27 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 27 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 Marico-Bosveld Dam — 5 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 9, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 101.5% (June 9, 2026) to a high of 101.8% (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
- 101.5%
- Water stored
- 27 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 27 Mm³
- 7-day change
- ▼ 0.2 pts
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Groot-Marico 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 | 101.5% | 27 |
| 8 Jun 2026 | 101.7% | 28 |
| 7 Jun 2026 | 101.7% | 28 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | 101.7% | 28 |
| 31 May 2026 | 101.8% | 28 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Marico-Bosveld Dam?
As of June 9, 2026, Marico-Bosveld Dam is at 101.5% of its capacity, holding approximately 27 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is Marico-Bosveld Dam reservoir full?
Marico-Bosveld Dam is essentially full, sitting at 101.5% of capacity as of June 9, 2026.
Is the water level at Marico-Bosveld Dam rising or falling?
The level at Marico-Bosveld Dam has been broadly stable over the latest week on record (-0.2 points).
How much water can Marico-Bosveld Dam hold?
Marico-Bosveld Dam has a total capacity of 27 Mm³.
Where is Marico-Bosveld Dam reservoir located?
Marico-Bosveld Dam is located in North West, South Africa, within the Unknown basin (coordinates 0.000°N, 0.000°E).
What is Marico-Bosveld Dam used for?
Marico-Bosveld Dam is used primarily for water supply, and is managed by DWS South Africa.