Track water storage, capacity and historical trends for major reservoirs in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland and beyond.
Water levels at Cedar Pocket remain exceptionally high. Standing at an impressive 100%, the total volume sits at 1 GL. This provides immense water security for the Queensland region.
Fed primarily by the Deep Creek, this reservoir plays a critical role in the North East Coast drainage division. Managing the flow from the Deep Creek ensures that downstream agricultural zones receive consistent supply. Catchment dynamics in the North East Coast are deeply influenced by the retention capacity of Cedar Pocket.
Agriculture in the surrounding areas of Queensland depends heavily on the water security provided by Cedar Pocket. Farmers and agribusinesses monitor these levels closely to plan their seasonal crop yields. Without the buffer provided by this massive 1 GL storage, regional farming would face extreme volatility.
The surrounding catchment of Cedar Pocket also supports diverse local flora and fauna. When capacity allows, Cedar Pocket becomes a hub for regional tourism and water sports. However, environmental flow releases must be carefully balanced to protect downstream river health.
Current local temperatures are sitting at a moderate 19°C. With 0mm of recent rainfall and clear sky skies, the catchment is relatively dry today.
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. Given the unpredictable nature of Australia's climate, from La Niña flooding to El Niño droughts, maintaining a dynamic operational strategy for Cedar Pocket is absolutely essential.