Release rates fall as dam levels reduced to catch inflows

Dam releases from WaterNSW storages in key valleys have been wound back with drier weather conditions now presenting across the state.

With the exception of Blowering dam, which is still releasing at a rate of 7.7 gigalitres per day, Burrinjuck, Keepit and Wyangala dams have ceased airspace releases and are holding steady.

The reduced levels will allow for future inflows to be captured, in anticipation of this season’s wetter weather forecasts from the Bureau of Meteorology.

WaterNSW has utilised a brief period of dry weather to safely release water, in consultation with local advisory panels, comprised of landholders, local councils, NSW SES and other key stakeholders.

With the Bureau of Meteorology continuing to forecast a climate outlook that “indicates rainfall over the coming three months is likely to be above average” WaterNSW will continue to make airspace releases as required to manage storage levels.

For more information on WaterNSW storages visit: www.waternsw.com.au

To access WaterNSW information on river heights and flow data visit: WaterInsights

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