Dam · Eastern Cape · South Africa · DWS
Ncora Dam
96.2% full
Total capacity
144.9 Mm³
River
Tsomo River
Basin
Unknown
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS South Africa
Coordinates
-31.786°S, 27.678°E
Last updated
2026-06-29
Current fill
96.2%vs 7 days ago
+0.5%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 Ncora Dam
As of June 29, 2026, Ncora Dam is filled to 96.2% of its total capacity, holding roughly 139 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 145 Mm³. At this level the reservoir is high.
Over the most recent week on record the fill level has held broadly steady (+0.5 pts).
Across the readings we hold for Ncora Dam — 8 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 29, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 95.7% (June 22, 2026) to a high of 97.4% (May 31, 2026).
It is operated by DWS South Africa primarily for water supply. It lies within the Unknown basin at 31.786°S, 27.678°E.
Key facts
- Current fill level
- 96.2%
- Water stored
- 139 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 145 Mm³
- 7-day change
- ▲ 0.5 pts
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Tsomo River
- River basin
- Unknown
- Operator
- DWS South Africa
- Coordinates
- 31.786°S, 27.678°E
- Last updated
- June 29, 2026
Recent readings
| Date | Fill level | Volume (Mm³) |
|---|---|---|
| 29 Jun 2026 | 96.2% | 139 |
| 22 Jun 2026 | 95.7% | 139 |
| 16 Jun 2026 | 96.6% | 140 |
| 9 Jun 2026 | 96.6% | 140 |
| 8 Jun 2026 | 97.3% | 141 |
| 7 Jun 2026 | 97.3% | 141 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | 97.3% | 141 |
| 31 May 2026 | 97.4% | 141 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Ncora Dam?
As of June 29, 2026, Ncora Dam is at 96.2% of its capacity, holding approximately 139 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is Ncora Dam reservoir full?
Ncora Dam is essentially full, sitting at 96.2% of capacity as of June 29, 2026.
Is the water level at Ncora Dam rising or falling?
The level at Ncora Dam has been broadly stable over the latest week on record (+0.5 points).
How much water can Ncora Dam hold?
Ncora Dam has a total capacity of 145 Mm³.
Where is Ncora Dam reservoir located?
Ncora Dam is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa, within the Unknown basin (coordinates 31.786°S, 27.678°E).
What is Ncora Dam used for?
Ncora 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.