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Current Level
100.12%
1.10% from last week
Capacity
19.3 million m³
Year Built
1966
Surface Area
238 hectares
History & Facts
Nahoon Dam was built in 1935 to serve the growing city of East London. Located near the scenic Nahoon River valley, the dam has been a vital water source for the Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality. The dam underwent major rehabilitation in 2005 to meet modern safety standards while preserving its historic character.
Interesting Facts
- Closest major dam to East London city center
- Popular recreational spot for local residents
- The Nahoon River is known for its indigenous fish species
- Surrounded by protected natural vegetation
Historical Water Levels
Track Nahoon Dam water levels over time. Data sourced from DWS monitoring systems.
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Data source: Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) and Amatola Water monitoring systems. Historical data may be incomplete for some periods.
Technical Specifications
River Name
Nahoon
Wall Type
Gravity
Wall Height
40m
Wall Length
365m
Surface Area
238 hectares
Catchment Area
475 km²
Served Communities
Communities Served
Mdantsane, Newlands, Reeston
Water Service Authority
Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality
Facilities
Nature Reserve
Protected area with walking trails and bird hides
Picnic Sites
Shaded picnic areas with views over the water
Parking & Access
Easy access with paved parking areas
Things to Do
Walking & Jogging
Popular trail circling the dam perimeter
Nature Photography
Excellent opportunities for landscape and macro photography
Bird Watching
Over 100 bird species recorded in the area
Location & Directions
From East London CBD, take the R102 towards Nahoon. Turn left onto Nahoon Valley Road and follow signs to the nature reserve entrance. The dam is approximately 8km from the city center.
Get DirectionsNeed Assistance?
For inquiries about visiting this dam or reporting issues, please contact us.
General Inquiries:
+27 (0) 43 707 3700
24 Hour Emergency:
+27 (0) 43 709 3700