Dam · Western Cape · South Africa · DWS
Steenbras-Upper Dam
82.2% full
Total capacity
31.9 Mm³
River
Steenbras River
Basin
Unknown
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS South Africa
Last updated
2026-06-09
Current fill
82.2%vs 7 days ago
+1.0%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 Steenbras-Upper Dam
As of June 9, 2026, Steenbras-Upper Dam is filled to 82.2% of its total capacity, holding roughly 26 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 32 Mm³. At this level the reservoir is high.
Over the most recent week on record the fill level has held broadly steady (+1.0 pts).
Across the readings we hold for Steenbras-Upper Dam — 5 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 9, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 79.7% (May 31, 2026) to a high of 82.2% (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
- 82.2%
- Water stored
- 26 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 32 Mm³
- 7-day change
- ▲ 1.0 pts
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Steenbras 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 | 82.2% | 26 |
| 8 Jun 2026 | 81.2% | 26 |
| 7 Jun 2026 | 81.2% | 26 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | 81.2% | 26 |
| 31 May 2026 | 79.7% | 25 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Steenbras-Upper Dam?
As of June 9, 2026, Steenbras-Upper Dam is at 82.2% of its capacity, holding approximately 26 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is Steenbras-Upper Dam reservoir full?
No. As of June 9, 2026, Steenbras-Upper Dam is high at 82.2% of its capacity, so it is not full.
Is the water level at Steenbras-Upper Dam rising or falling?
The level at Steenbras-Upper Dam has been broadly stable over the latest week on record (+1.0 points).
How much water can Steenbras-Upper Dam hold?
Steenbras-Upper Dam has a total capacity of 32 Mm³.
Where is Steenbras-Upper Dam reservoir located?
Steenbras-Upper Dam is located in Western Cape, South Africa, within the Unknown basin (coordinates 0.000°N, 0.000°E).
What is Steenbras-Upper Dam used for?
Steenbras-Upper Dam is used primarily for water supply, and is managed by DWS South Africa.