Dam · North West · South Africa · DWS
Potchefstroom Dam
103.1% full
Total capacity
2.03 Mm³
River
Mooi River
Basin
Unknown
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS South Africa
Coordinates
-26.674°S, 27.096°E
Last updated
2026-06-29
Current fill
103.1%vs 7 days ago
-0.7%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.
Catchment Weather
Past 30 days + 14-day forecast · Open-Meteo
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About Potchefstroom Dam
As of June 29, 2026, Potchefstroom Dam is filled to 103.1% of its total capacity, holding roughly 2 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 2 Mm³. At this level the reservoir is effectively full.
Over the most recent week on record the fill level has held broadly steady (-0.7 pts).
Across the readings we hold for Potchefstroom Dam — 8 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 29, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 103.1% (June 29, 2026) to a high of 105.0% (May 31, 2026).
It is operated by DWS South Africa primarily for water supply. It lies within the Unknown basin at 26.674°S, 27.096°E.
Key facts
- Current fill level
- 103.1%
- Water stored
- 2 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 2 Mm³
- 7-day change
- ▼ 0.7 pts
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Mooi River
- River basin
- Unknown
- Operator
- DWS South Africa
- Coordinates
- 26.674°S, 27.096°E
- Last updated
- June 29, 2026
Recent readings
| Date | Fill level | Volume (Mm³) |
|---|---|---|
| 29 Jun 2026 | 103.1% | 2 |
| 22 Jun 2026 | 103.8% | 2 |
| 16 Jun 2026 | 105.0% | 2 |
| 9 Jun 2026 | 105.0% | 2 |
| 8 Jun 2026 | 104.6% | 2 |
| 7 Jun 2026 | 104.6% | 2 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | 104.6% | 2 |
| 31 May 2026 | 105.0% | 2 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Potchefstroom Dam?
As of June 29, 2026, Potchefstroom Dam is at 103.1% of its capacity, holding approximately 2 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is Potchefstroom Dam reservoir full?
Potchefstroom Dam is essentially full, sitting at 103.1% of capacity as of June 29, 2026.
Is the water level at Potchefstroom Dam rising or falling?
The level at Potchefstroom Dam has been broadly stable over the latest week on record (-0.7 points).
How much water can Potchefstroom Dam hold?
Potchefstroom Dam has a total capacity of 2 Mm³.
Where is Potchefstroom Dam reservoir located?
Potchefstroom Dam is located in North West, South Africa, within the Unknown basin (coordinates 26.674°S, 27.096°E).
What is Potchefstroom Dam used for?
Potchefstroom 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.