Dam release update

Latest update: 1.50pm on Thursday 12 February 2026

GATED DAMS:

Controlled flood releases from Wivenhoe Dam, Somerset Dam or North Pine Dam are possible in the next 48 hours due to forecast heavy rainfall. 

UNGATED DAMS:

There are no ungated dams currently spilling excess water.

Dam release notification service

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River levels and road closures

For information about road and crossing closures or other flood impacts, contact your local council or www.qldtraffic.qld.gov.au.

Weather warnings and river heights are available from the Bureau of Meteorology website at www.bom.gov.au.