In mid-2006 the dam was empty due to drought conditions in Australia.
Why is Atkinson Dam so low?
It is an un-gated dam, meaning that when it reaches 100 per cent capacity, water flows over the spillway and safely out of the dam. Water level at Atkinson Dam has reached below minimum reading levels. As a result of extremely low water levels, there are supply limitations and recreation restrictions at Lake Atkinson.
What is the level of the Atkinson Dam?
Dam Levels
| Atkinson Dam | 100% |
|---|---|
| Lake Monduran Bundaberg | 69% |
| Boondooma Dam | 100% |
| Lake Dyer | 95% |
| Paradise Dam | 100% |
Can you swim in Atkinson Dam?
The lake is open to the public for paddling but remains closed to boating, jet skiing and swimming due to low water levels and water quality issues.
Is Somerset dam full?
Note: Full supply capacity does not include the entire flood storage compartments of Wivenhoe and Somerset dams….
| Dam | Hinze View historical dam levels |
|---|---|
| Full supply volume (ML) | 310, 730 ML |
| Current volume (ML) | 315, 960 ML |
| % full | 101.7% |
| Latest observation | 12:00am 26/03/2022 |
Why is Wivenhoe not filling up?
Seqwater's communication manager Mike Foster said Wivenhoe's dwindling supply is a result of several failed wet seasons and the catchment missing out on heavy rainfall over winter.
How full is Storm King dam?
2065 Storm King Dam
| Water Source | Maximum Capacity (ML) | % Full |
|---|---|---|
| Leslie Dam | 105893 | 100% |
| Connolly Dam | 2166 | 100% |
| Storm King Dam | 2065 | 100% |
Why is Wivenhoe Dam so low?
Seqwater's communication manager Mike Foster said Wivenhoe's dwindling supply is a result of several failed wet seasons and the catchment missing out on heavy rainfall over winter.
How full is the Wivenhoe?
1.165 million megalitres Wivenhoe Dam has a total storage capacity of 3.132 million megalitres. At full supply level, it will hold 1.165 million megalitres.
What is the biggest dam in Qld?
Burdekin Dam Burdekin Dam is the largest dam in Queensland. The dam is located about 100km south of Charters Towers. There are no vessel type restrictions on the dam.