Dam · Mpumalanga · South Africa · DWS
Westoe Dam
69.9% full
Total capacity
60.1 Mm³
River
Usutu River
Basin
Unknown
Primary use
water supply
Operator
DWS South Africa
Coordinates
-26.506°S, 30.626°E
Last updated
2026-06-29
Current fill
69.9%vs 7 days ago
-1.5%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 Westoe Dam
As of June 29, 2026, Westoe Dam is filled to 69.9% of its total capacity, holding roughly 42 Mm³ of water out of a maximum 60 Mm³. At this level the reservoir is within its normal operating range.
Over the most recent week on record the fill level has held broadly steady (-1.5 pts).
Across the readings we hold for Westoe Dam — 8 data points between May 31, 2026 and June 29, 2026 — the level has ranged from a low of 69.9% (June 29, 2026) to a high of 77.4% (May 31, 2026).
It is operated by DWS South Africa primarily for water supply. It lies within the Unknown basin at 26.506°S, 30.626°E.
Key facts
- Current fill level
- 69.9%
- Water stored
- 42 Mm³
- Total capacity
- 60 Mm³
- 7-day change
- ▼ 1.5 pts
- Primary use
- Water supply
- River
- Usutu River
- River basin
- Unknown
- Operator
- DWS South Africa
- Coordinates
- 26.506°S, 30.626°E
- Last updated
- June 29, 2026
Recent readings
| Date | Fill level | Volume (Mm³) |
|---|---|---|
| 29 Jun 2026 | 69.9% | 42 |
| 22 Jun 2026 | 71.4% | 43 |
| 16 Jun 2026 | 74.4% | 45 |
| 9 Jun 2026 | 74.4% | 45 |
| 8 Jun 2026 | 75.7% | 46 |
| 7 Jun 2026 | 75.7% | 46 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | 75.7% | 46 |
| 31 May 2026 | 77.4% | 47 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the current water level of Westoe Dam?
As of June 29, 2026, Westoe Dam is at 69.9% of its capacity, holding approximately 42 Mm³ of water, according to DWS South Africa data.
Is Westoe Dam reservoir full?
No. As of June 29, 2026, Westoe Dam is within its normal operating range at 69.9% of its capacity, so it is not full.
Is the water level at Westoe Dam rising or falling?
The level at Westoe Dam has been broadly stable over the latest week on record (-1.5 points).
How much water can Westoe Dam hold?
Westoe Dam has a total capacity of 60 Mm³.
Where is Westoe Dam reservoir located?
Westoe Dam is located in Mpumalanga, South Africa, within the Unknown basin (coordinates 26.506°S, 30.626°E).
What is Westoe Dam used for?
Westoe 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.