Dam · Free State · South Africa · DWS
Vaalrivier Barrage Dam
96.8% full
Total capacity
53.7 Mm³
River
Vaal River
Basin
Unknown
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS South Africa
Coordinates
-26.765°S, 27.684°E
Last updated
2026-06-29
Current fill
96.8%vs 7 days ago
-1.2%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
About Vaalrivier Barrage Dam
As of June 29, 2026, Vaalrivier Barrage Dam is filled to 96.8% of its total capacity, holding roughly 52 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 54 Mm³. At this level the reservoir is high.
Over the most recent week on record the fill level has held broadly steady (-1.2 pts).
Across the readings we hold for Vaalrivier Barrage Dam — 8 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 29, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 94.2% (June 9, 2026) to a high of 99.5% (June 3, 2026).
It is operated by DWS South Africa primarily for water supply. It lies within the Unknown basin at 26.765°S, 27.684°E.
Key facts
- Current fill level
- 96.8%
- Water stored
- 52 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 54 Mm³
- 7-day change
- ▼ 1.2 pts
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Vaal River
- River basin
- Unknown
- Operator
- DWS South Africa
- Coordinates
- 26.765°S, 27.684°E
- Last updated
- June 29, 2026
Recent readings
| Date | Fill level | Volume (Mm³) |
|---|---|---|
| 29 Jun 2026 | 96.8% | 52 |
| 22 Jun 2026 | 98.0% | 53 |
| 16 Jun 2026 | 94.2% | 51 |
| 9 Jun 2026 | 94.2% | 51 |
| 8 Jun 2026 | 99.5% | 53 |
| 7 Jun 2026 | 99.5% | 53 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | 99.5% | 53 |
| 31 May 2026 | 95.6% | 51 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Vaalrivier Barrage Dam?
As of June 29, 2026, Vaalrivier Barrage Dam is at 96.8% of its capacity, holding approximately 52 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is Vaalrivier Barrage Dam reservoir full?
Vaalrivier Barrage Dam is essentially full, sitting at 96.8% of capacity as of June 29, 2026.
Is the water level at Vaalrivier Barrage Dam rising or falling?
The level at Vaalrivier Barrage Dam has been broadly stable over the latest week on record (-1.2 points).
How much water can Vaalrivier Barrage Dam hold?
Vaalrivier Barrage Dam has a total capacity of 54 Mm³.
Where is Vaalrivier Barrage Dam reservoir located?
Vaalrivier Barrage Dam is located in Free State, South Africa, within the Unknown basin (coordinates 26.765°S, 27.684°E).
What is Vaalrivier Barrage Dam used for?
Vaalrivier Barrage 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.