Track water storage, capacity and historical trends for major reservoirs in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland and beyond.
Poona is currently maintaining very healthy storage levels. At 87.4% capacity, the facility is holding 1 GL of water. This volume provides a solid foundation for both urban and agricultural demands across Queensland.
Beyond standard municipal supply, Poona is a vital asset for the regional agricultural economy in Queensland. The local economy, heavily rooted in agriculture, fluctuates in tandem with the health of this reservoir. Without the buffer provided by this massive 1 GL storage, regional farming would face extreme volatility.
The surrounding catchment of Poona also supports diverse local flora and fauna. When capacity allows, Poona 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 20°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. Resilience against extreme weather events remains the ultimate goal for the managers of this critical infrastructure.