Dam · Western Cape · South Africa · DWS
Oukloof Dam
101.2% full
Total capacity
4.3 Mm³
River
Cordiers River
Basin
Unknown
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS South Africa
Last updated
2026-06-09
Current fill
101.2%vs 7 days ago
+0.8%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.
Satellite imagery: Esri, Maxar, Earthstar Geographics. Map: Esri, HERE, Garmin, © OpenStreetMap contributors. 0.000, 0.000 · Open in Google Maps
About Oukloof Dam
As of June 9, 2026, Oukloof Dam is filled to 101.2% of its total capacity, holding roughly 4 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 4 Mm³. At this level the reservoir is effectively full.
Over the most recent week on record the fill level has held broadly steady (+0.8 pts).
Across the readings we hold for Oukloof Dam — 5 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 9, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 100.4% (June 3, 2026) to a high of 101.2% (June 9, 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
- 101.2%
- Water stored
- 4 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 4 Mm³
- 7-day change
- ▲ 0.8 pts
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Cordiers 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 | 101.2% | 4 |
| 8 Jun 2026 | 100.4% | 4 |
| 7 Jun 2026 | 100.4% | 4 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | 100.4% | 4 |
| 31 May 2026 | 101.0% | 4 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Oukloof Dam?
As of June 9, 2026, Oukloof Dam is at 101.2% of its capacity, holding approximately 4 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is Oukloof Dam reservoir full?
Oukloof Dam is essentially full, sitting at 101.2% of capacity as of June 9, 2026.
Is the water level at Oukloof Dam rising or falling?
The level at Oukloof Dam has been broadly stable over the latest week on record (+0.8 points).
How much water can Oukloof Dam hold?
Oukloof Dam has a total capacity of 4 Mm³.
Where is Oukloof Dam reservoir located?
Oukloof Dam is located in Western Cape, South Africa, within the Unknown basin (coordinates 0.000°N, 0.000°E).
What is Oukloof Dam used for?
Oukloof Dam is used primarily for water supply, and is managed by DWS South Africa.