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Improved water reticulation network allows for relaxed water restrictions
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Source domain: knysna.gov.za
Collected on 22 August 2026
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What this means
The Knysna Municipality announced on 17 August 2026 that water restrictions have been relaxed from Level Four to Level Two due to improvements in the water reticulation system and increased dam levels. The Akkerkloof storage dam is now at 59.1%, allowing for this adjustment. Under Level Two restrictions, water is limited to human consumption and business use, with no watering of gardens or washing of vehicles permitted. The change is ongoing and requires no application from residents or businesses.
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water restriction policy adjustmentOngoing
Relaxed water restrictions (Level Two)
Water restrictions in Knysna have been relaxed from Level Four to Level Two due to improved water reticulation infrastructure and rising dam levels. Under Level Two, potable water is allowed for human consumption and business use only. Watering gardens and washing cars or boats are still prohibited.
- Who it is for
- residents of Knysna, businesses in Knysna
- How to act on it
- No action required; the change is automatically implemented based on dam levels and system performance.
The document's recorded date is 17 August 2026. Confirm on the official source.
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Knysna Municipality Executive Mayor Thando Matika confirmed that the area’s water restriction level has dropped from level four to level two.
Key Takeaways
- 17th August 2026
- Level Four to Level Two
- Akkerkloof storage dam
- 59.1%
- Charlseford pumpstation
- Knysna Municipality
- Thando Matika
- water reticulation system
- Knysna Municipality
- Thando Matika
- Akkerkloof storage dam
- Charlseford pumpstation