Track water storage, capacity and historical trends for major reservoirs in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland and beyond.
Gunidgera Weir is currently maintaining very healthy storage levels. At 78.6% capacity, the facility is holding 2 GL of water. This volume provides a solid foundation for both urban and agricultural demands across New South Wales.
Beyond standard municipal supply, Gunidgera Weir is a vital asset for the regional agricultural economy in New South Wales. The local economy, heavily rooted in agriculture, fluctuates in tandem with the health of this reservoir. Without the buffer provided by this massive 2 GL storage, regional farming would face extreme volatility.
The surrounding catchment of Gunidgera Weir also supports diverse local flora and fauna. When capacity allows, Gunidgera Weir becomes a hub for regional tourism and water sports. Authorities must constantly balance the need for human water consumption with the ecological necessity of maintaining healthy river systems downstream.
With a mild reading of 13°C today, surface evaporation is significantly reduced, helping to preserve current volume. Under current clear sky weather, there is no direct rainfall contributing to the immediate storage levels.
The Bureau of Meteorology's climate outlooks will play a pivotal role in predicting the future inflows for this catchment. 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.