The level of the De Bos Dam increased to 95.3% during the week of 25 to 31 May 2026, reflecting a rise of 0.8% compared to the previous week.
This remains significantly higher than the corresponding period last year, when the dam level stood at 74.3% on 31 May 2025.

Average daily water consumption for the week decreased to 12.9 megalitres per day, compared to 14.1 megalitres per day recorded during the previous week.

Water status updates for the other towns within the Overstrand municipal area can be viewed on the Overstrand Municipality website at: ‘Our Dam Levels and Water Status’ tab.

While dam levels remain healthy, residents are encouraged to continue using water responsibly and to avoid unnecessary wastage