Storage, River Flow and Rainfall Update

Monday, June 17th, 2019

Rainfall recorded at South Gippsland Water’s storages during the week of 8^th – 14th June 2019 was Lance Creek 21mm, Ruby Creek 22mm, Deep Creek 27mm and Battery Creek 29mm.

South Gippsland Water’s Managing Director, Philippe du Plessis said, “The first two weeks of winter brought good rainfall to each of the catchments that feed our reservoirs, in fact very similar to falls this time last year.”

“Three of our reservoirs remain steady at 82-86%, however we are still keeping a close eye on the Ruby Creek system (supplying Leongatha and surrounds) which increased to 54% capacity over the past week.”

Significantly, this time last year the Coalition Creek system (supplying Korumburra and surrounds) was on Stage 3 water restrictions and Little Bass reservoir (supplying Poowong, Loch and Nyora) was sitting at 69% capacity.

“These townships now have a secure water supply thanks to the commissioning of the Lance Creek Water Connection pipeline in November last year. This was a great achievement by all involved and has given the area a much more reliable system for customers, community and business to depend upon,” said Mr du Plessis.

All customers are encouraged to be mindful of how the use and conserve water, for handy hints please visit the Smart Water Advice section of South Gippsland Water’s website www.sgwater.com.au.