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Oukloof Dam

100.4% full

Total capacity

4.3 Mm³

River

Cordiers River

Basin

Unknown

Primary use

water supply

Operator

DWS South Africa

Coordinates

-33.245°S, 22.091°E

Last updated

2026-06-29

Data older than 14 days — last reading 2026-06-29. Shown for reference; it may not reflect current levels.

Current fill

100.4%
Full

vs 7 days ago

0.0%

stable

vs 1 year ago

N/A

7-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

Satellite imagery: Esri, Maxar, Earthstar Geographics. Map: Esri, HERE, Garmin, © OpenStreetMap contributors. -33.245, 22.091 · Open in Google Maps

About Oukloof Dam

As of June 29, 2026, Oukloof Dam is filled to 100.4% 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 (+0.0 pts).

Across the readings we hold for Oukloof Dam — 8 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 29, 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 33.245°S, 22.091°E.

Key facts

Current fill level
100.4%
Water stored
4 Mm³
Total capacity
4 Mm³
7-day change
No change
Primary use
Water supply
River
Cordiers River
River basin
Unknown
Operator
DWS South Africa
Coordinates
33.245°S, 22.091°E
Last updated
June 29, 2026

Recent readings

DateFill levelVolume (Mm³)
29 Jun 2026100.4%4
22 Jun 2026100.4%4
16 Jun 2026101.2%4
9 Jun 2026101.2%4
8 Jun 2026100.4%4
7 Jun 2026100.4%4
3 Jun 2026100.4%4
31 May 2026101.0%4

Frequently asked questions

What is the current water level of Oukloof Dam?

As of June 29, 2026, Oukloof Dam is at 100.4% 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 100.4% of capacity as of June 29, 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 (0.0 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 33.245°S, 22.091°E).

What is Oukloof Dam used for?

Oukloof 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.

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