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Leeupan Dam

Leeupan Dam

South Africa

-26.55 | 29.00

Overview

Leeupan Dam is a small dam situated at about 1567m altitude on the Mpumalanga Highveld, in the Delmas/Springs area. This modest-sized body of water offers a local option for kiters around the East Rand and western Mpumalanga. Rural and quiet atmosphere in the Highveld plains.

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Small freshwater dam that works with summer thermal winds. Sessions possible in the afternoon. Limited-size body of water — suited for short sessions and progression.

Spot opening date

Open all year round

Required level

Intermediate

On the water

Freshwater and flat. Shallow in places. Water temperature in summer 20-24°C. Muddy bottom.

Parking

Access via secondary roads from Delmas or Springs. Parking on natural ground. Check local access conditions.

Wind specificities

Summer thermal winds from the north-west to north-east sector, developing in the afternoon. Typical strength of 15-22 knots. The flat Highveld terrain provides unobstructed wind exposure. Thermals sometimes gusty.

Hazards

Thunderstorms with lightning in summer — leave the water immediately when a storm approaches. No rescue service — don't sail alone. Thermal winds sometimes gusty.

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