Dam · Western Cape · South Africa · DWS
Stompdrift Dam
101.7% full
Total capacity
46.3 Mm³
River
Olifants River
Basin
Unknown
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS South Africa
Coordinates
-33.512°S, 22.586°E
Last updated
2026-06-29
Current fill
101.7%vs 7 days ago
+0.2%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.
Catchment Weather
Past 30 days + 14-day forecast · Open-Meteo
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About Stompdrift Dam
As of June 29, 2026, Stompdrift Dam is filled to 101.7% of its total capacity, holding roughly 47 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 46 Mm³. At this level the reservoir is effectively full.
Over the most recent week on record the fill level has held broadly steady (+0.2 pts).
Across the readings we hold for Stompdrift Dam — 8 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 29, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 101.5% (June 22, 2026) to a high of 105.4% (June 9, 2026).
It is operated by DWS South Africa primarily for water supply. It lies within the Unknown basin at 33.512°S, 22.586°E.
Key facts
- Current fill level
- 101.7%
- Water stored
- 47 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 46 Mm³
- 7-day change
- ▲ 0.2 pts
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Olifants River
- River basin
- Unknown
- Operator
- DWS South Africa
- Coordinates
- 33.512°S, 22.586°E
- Last updated
- June 29, 2026
Recent readings
| Date | Fill level | Volume (Mm³) |
|---|---|---|
| 29 Jun 2026 | 101.7% | 47 |
| 22 Jun 2026 | 101.5% | 47 |
| 16 Jun 2026 | 105.4% | 49 |
| 9 Jun 2026 | 105.4% | 49 |
| 8 Jun 2026 | 101.7% | 47 |
| 7 Jun 2026 | 101.7% | 47 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | 101.7% | 47 |
| 31 May 2026 | 103.9% | 48 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Stompdrift Dam?
As of June 29, 2026, Stompdrift Dam is at 101.7% of its capacity, holding approximately 47 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is Stompdrift Dam reservoir full?
Stompdrift Dam is essentially full, sitting at 101.7% of capacity as of June 29, 2026.
Is the water level at Stompdrift Dam rising or falling?
The level at Stompdrift Dam has been broadly stable over the latest week on record (+0.2 points).
How much water can Stompdrift Dam hold?
Stompdrift Dam has a total capacity of 46 Mm³.
Where is Stompdrift Dam reservoir located?
Stompdrift Dam is located in Western Cape, South Africa, within the Unknown basin (coordinates 33.512°S, 22.586°E).
What is Stompdrift Dam used for?
Stompdrift Dam is used primarily for water supply, and is managed by DWS South Africa.
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See also: South Africa dam levels, explained — how the DWS Weekly State of Dams report becomes the national and provincial figures.