Track water storage, capacity and historical trends for major reservoirs in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland and beyond.
Geehi Reservoir is currently exhibiting average water retention levels. The current reading shows the reservoir at 62.1%, translating to 21 GL. While adequate, continuous monitoring is standard procedure for this catchment.
Fed primarily by the McCallum Creek, this reservoir plays a critical role in the Murray-Darling Basin drainage division. Hydrological health in this specific drainage basin is vital for downstream ecosystems. The Murray-Darling Basin region relies heavily on the seasonal inflows captured here.
Agriculture in the surrounding areas of New South Wales depends heavily on the water security provided by Geehi Reservoir. Farmers and agribusinesses monitor these levels closely to plan their seasonal crop yields. Without the buffer provided by this massive 21 GL storage, regional farming would face extreme volatility.
The surrounding catchment of Geehi Reservoir also supports diverse local flora and fauna. During periods of healthy water levels, the area often sees an increase in recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and camping. However, environmental flow releases must be carefully balanced to protect downstream river health.
Cooler current temperatures of 7°C help minimize evaporation losses across the reservoir. With 0mm of recent rainfall and partly cloudy skies, the catchment is relatively dry today.
Looking ahead, the trajectory of Geehi Reservoir's water levels will depend heavily on upcoming seasonal rainfall patterns. Continuous telemetry and advanced hydrological modeling are employed to forecast storage changes. Resilience against extreme weather events remains the ultimate goal for the managers of this critical infrastructure.