Dam · Free State · South Africa · DWS
Rustfontein Dam
98.6% full
Total capacity
72.2 Mm³
River
Modder River
Basin
Unknown
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS South Africa
Coordinates
-29.271°S, 26.616°E
Last updated
2026-06-29
Current fill
98.6%vs 7 days ago
-0.4%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 Rustfontein Dam
As of June 29, 2026, Rustfontein Dam is filled to 98.6% of its total capacity, holding roughly 71 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 72 Mm³. At this level the reservoir is high.
Over the most recent week on record the fill level has held broadly steady (-0.4 pts).
Across the readings we hold for Rustfontein Dam — 8 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 29, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 98.6% (June 29, 2026) to a high of 100.0% (June 9, 2026).
It is operated by DWS South Africa primarily for water supply. It lies within the Unknown basin at 29.271°S, 26.616°E.
Key facts
- Current fill level
- 98.6%
- Water stored
- 71 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 72 Mm³
- 7-day change
- ▼ 0.4 pts
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Modder River
- River basin
- Unknown
- Operator
- DWS South Africa
- Coordinates
- 29.271°S, 26.616°E
- Last updated
- June 29, 2026
Recent readings
| Date | Fill level | Volume (Mm³) |
|---|---|---|
| 29 Jun 2026 | 98.6% | 71 |
| 22 Jun 2026 | 99.0% | 71 |
| 16 Jun 2026 | 100.0% | 72 |
| 9 Jun 2026 | 100.0% | 72 |
| 8 Jun 2026 | 99.5% | 72 |
| 7 Jun 2026 | 99.5% | 72 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | 99.5% | 72 |
| 31 May 2026 | 99.8% | 72 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Rustfontein Dam?
As of June 29, 2026, Rustfontein Dam is at 98.6% of its capacity, holding approximately 71 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is Rustfontein Dam reservoir full?
Rustfontein Dam is essentially full, sitting at 98.6% of capacity as of June 29, 2026.
Is the water level at Rustfontein Dam rising or falling?
The level at Rustfontein Dam has been broadly stable over the latest week on record (-0.4 points).
How much water can Rustfontein Dam hold?
Rustfontein Dam has a total capacity of 72 Mm³.
Where is Rustfontein Dam reservoir located?
Rustfontein Dam is located in Free State, South Africa, within the Unknown basin (coordinates 29.271°S, 26.616°E).
What is Rustfontein Dam used for?
Rustfontein 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.