Track water storage, capacity and historical trends for major reservoirs in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland and beyond.
Kirar Weir is currently operating near maximum storage limits. Standing at an impressive 96.8%, the total volume sits at 10 GL. This provides immense water security for the Queensland region.
Beyond standard municipal supply, Kirar Weir is a vital asset for the regional agricultural economy in Queensland. Irrigation allocations are directly tied to these storage metrics. Without the buffer provided by this massive 10 GL storage, regional farming would face extreme volatility.
Ecologically, the reservoir and its immediate wetlands serve as a crucial habitat for native Australian wildlife. When capacity allows, Kirar 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.
Current local temperatures are sitting at a moderate 23°C. Currently experiencing partly cloudy conditions with no immediate precipitation, inflows remain entirely dependent on upstream river movement.
The Bureau of Meteorology's climate outlooks will play a pivotal role in predicting the future inflows for this catchment. State water authorities utilize highly sophisticated monitoring tools to ensure every drop is accounted for. Given the unpredictable nature of Australia's climate, from La Niña flooding to El Niño droughts, maintaining a dynamic operational strategy for Kirar Weir is absolutely essential.