The IVRS held steady at 80.6% despite slightly losing 0.4% water level this week
The Integrated Vaal River System (IVRS) is currently stable at 80.6%, a 0,4% decrease from last week’s 81.0%. Last year at this time it was at a more satisfactory 95.7%.
This week, the Vaal Dam, an integral part of the Integrated Vaal River System (IVRS), remained at a level below 50%, recording 49.1%, a 0.6% dip, down from 49.7% the previous week. Comparatively, during the equivalent period last year, the dam boasted a higher capacity of 89.3%.
The water level at Grootdraai Dam experienced a slight decrease from 84.5% to 83.6% this week, compared to its capacity of 91.2% last year.
Bloemhof Dam, a significant reservoir, experienced an increase in water levels from 90.6% to 91.0% this week. During the corresponding period last year, the dam maintained a steady level at 102.5%.
Sterkfontein Dam has remained above the 90% mark despite experiencing a minor dip in water level at 98.3% from last week’s 98.5. It recorded a higher capacity of 100.5% last year.
The Mohale and Katse dams in Lesotho are currently in good condition, despite the water levels at both dams experiencing a slight decline this week.
The water level at Katse Dam decreased to 73.2% from last week’s 74.5% currently, a decrease from the 92.0% level recorded during the same period last year. Conversely, Mohale Dam's water level has dropped to 100.7% from last week’s 100.8%. Last year, Mohale Dam registered a slightly lower capacity of 98.2%.
Despite a modest reduction in water levels across critical water sources, the Department of Water and Sanitation consistently advises residents of Gauteng to exercise caution in their water usage.
For more information, contact:
Wisane Mavasa
Spokesperson for the Department of Water and Sanitation
Cell: 060 561 8935
