Thukela-Vaal Transfer Scheme
Sector: Hydro • Location: Johannesburg, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa
Source: Infrastructure News
The Thukela-Vaal Transfer Scheme is an inter-basin water transfer project that feeds water into the Vaal Dam, supplementing Johannesburg's water supply. It includes the Drakensberg Pumped Storage Scheme, an underground power station that generates electricity during peak demand or emergencies by channeling water between upper and lower reservoirs. The scheme involves Woodstock Dam, Driel Barrage,
- Status
- Closed
- Sector
- Hydro, Water Supply and Storage, Power Generation (CCGT), Government
- Location
- Johannesburg, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- Infrastructure News
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Original status | completed |
Taiyo status | Closed |
Taiyo last update | 2026-07-22 |
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Description | The Thukela-Vaal Transfer Scheme is an inter-basin water transfer project that feeds water into the Vaal Dam, supplementing Johannesburg's water supply. It includes the Drakensberg Pumped Storage Scheme, an underground power station that generates electricity during peak demand or emergencies by channeling water between upper and lower reservoirs. The scheme involves Woodstock Dam, Driel Barrage, Tugela-Vaal canal, and Sterkfontein Dam, with water pumped and gravitated through various points to maintain water levels in the Vaal Dam. |
Original sector | Water |
Location
Country | South Africa |
State | KwaZulu Natal |
City | Johannesburg |
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Source | Infrastructure News |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Hydro, Water Supply and Storage, Power Generation (CCGT), Government |
Article published date | 2025-11-03 |
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