The average dam level in the Western Cape is 58.6% (2017:32.4%). Dams that supply the City of Cape Town with water have an average level of 68.9% (2017: 33.8%).

Anton Bredell, the minister of Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning in the Western Cape, says levels continue to drop, as expected for this time of year.

“The warmer weather and increased demand over the coming months will be sure to affect the levels even further. At the moment our major dams across the largest part of the province remain in good shape but we want to urge continued responsibility when it comes to water usage over the summer months. The best time to save water is when you have it.”

In addition the minister has cautioned the public to be particularly water and fire safe over the holiday season.

“This time of year there is a lot of activity around open water areas including inland, around dams and rivers and private pools. Please be careful and keep a watchful eye at all times on young children who may be around open water areas, in order to avoid tragedy as far as possible. In addition, the risk of runaway wildfires in the Western Cape is still very high and we ask for everyone’s help to prevent fires. Please use the number 112 to report any emergency that may come up. Our officials will be on hand to assist, but prevention is always better than cure. We certainly wish all our locals and visitors a safe and happy holiday period.”
 
Major Dam statistics
Theewaterskloof dam – 53.3% full this week (2017: 20.8%. Last week: 54%)
Voëlvlei dam – 88.5% full this week (2017: 25.8%. Last week: 89.6%)
Bergriver Dam 94.5% full this week (2017: 62.7%. Last week: 95%).
Clanwilliam Dam 81.1%. (2017: 30%. Last week: 85%)
 

Issued by The Western Cape Government