Flood Warning for the Burdekin River
IDQ20745
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Moderate Flood Warning for the Burdekin River
Issued at 10:59 am EST on Wednesday 5 February 2025
Flood Warning Number: 17
RENEWED MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT SELLHEIM OVERNIGHT WEDNESDAY INTO THURSDAY
MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT INKERMAN BRIDGE WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON
Significant rainfall totals have been recorded in the upper Burdekin catchment on the eastern ranges around Paluma and surrounds which have resulted in river level rises and flooding. Currently an initial flood peak is approaching Inkerman Bridge.
High rainfall totals were recorded overnight in the upper Burdekin catchment which have resulted in renewed river level rises. Renewed rises are likely to be observed in the lower Burdekin catchment as floodwaters move downstream. A renewed flood peak is expected at Sellheim overnight Wednesday into Thursday.
Further rainfall and thunderstorms are forecast over the next few days. This situation is being closely monitored, and warnings will be updated as necessary.
Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Moderate flooding may occur along the Burdekin River to Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Burdekin River at Sellheim is currently at 10.10 metres and rising, below the minor flood level. The Burdekin River at Sellheim is likely to reach the minor flood level (12.00 m) Wednesday afternoon. The river level may reach the moderate flood level (14.00 m) overnight Wednesday into Thursday. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.
The Burdekin River at Burdekin Dam is currently at 4.33 metres and falling, with minor flooding. The Burdekin River at Burdekin Dam is expected to remain above the minor flood level (3.00 m) through to Thursday. Renewed rises are possible with forecast rainfall in the coming days.
Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam:
Moderate flooding is likely along the Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam.
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg is currently at 14.08 metres and falling, with minor flooding. The Burdekin River at Dalbeg is likely to remain above the minor flood level (10.00 m) during Wednesday. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.
The Burdekin River at Clare is currently at 12.30 metres and steady, with minor flooding. The Burdekin River at Clare is likely to remain above the minor flood level (9.00 m) during Wednesday. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.
The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge is currently at 9.88 metres and rising, with minor flooding. The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge is likely to reach the moderate flood level (10.00 m) Wednesday afternoon. Further rises are possible with forecast rainfall.
Flood Safety Advice:
Remember: If it’s flooded, forget it. For flood emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.
Current emergency information is available at www.qld.gov.au/alerts
Next Issue:
The next warning will be issued by 05:00 pm EST on Wednesday 05 February 2025.
Latest River Heights:
| Location | Height of River (m) | Tendency | Date/Time of Observation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burdekin R at Mt Fullstop TM | 14.10 | Steady | 10:00 AM WED 05/02/25 |
| Running River at Mt Bradley TM | 3.03 | Falling | 10:00 AM WED 05/02/25 |
| Star R at Laroona TM | 5.80 | Falling | 10:00 AM WED 05/02/25 |
| Paluma Dam Alert | 0.23 | Falling | 11:35 PM TUE 04/02/25 |
| Burdekin R at Gainsford TM | 10.85 | Rising | 10:00 AM WED 05/02/25 |
| Keelbottom Ck at Keelbottom TM | 2.35 | Steady | 10:00 AM WED 05/02/25 |
| Burdekin R at Sellheim Alert | 10.10 | Rising | 10:55 AM WED 05/02/25 |
| Burdekin R at Sellheim TM | 10.09 | Rising | 10:15 AM WED 05/02/25 |
| Alpha Ck at Rivington Alert | 0.07 | Steady | 10:06 AM WED 05/02/25 |
| Belyando R at Belyando Crossing TM | 1.04 | Steady | 10:00 AM WED 05/02/25 |
| Suttor R at St Anns Alert | 1.00 | Steady | 05:22 AM WED 05/02/25 |
| Suttor R at St Anns TM | 0.97 | Steady | 10:00 AM WED 05/02/25 |
| Cape R at Pentland TM | 2.11 | Steady | 10:00 AM WED 05/02/25 |
| Cape R at Taemas Alert | 2.01 | Steady | 10:35 AM WED 05/02/25 |
| Cape R at Taemas TM | 2.01 | Steady | 10:00 AM WED 05/02/25 |
| Burdekin R at Burdekin Dam Alert | 4.33 | Falling | 10:39 AM WED 05/02/25 |
| Burdekin R at Burdekin Dam TM | 4.40 | Steady | 10:00 AM WED 05/02/25 |
| Bowen R at Myuna Alert | 2.67 | Rising | 10:50 AM WED 05/02/25 |
| Bowen R at Myuna TM | 2.62 | Steady | 10:00 AM WED 05/02/25 |
| Burdekin R at Dalbeg Alert | 14.08 | Falling | 10:38 AM WED 05/02/25 |
| Burdekin R at Dalbeg TM | 14.16 | Falling | 10:03 AM WED 05/02/25 |
| Bogie R at Strathbogie Alert | 2.62 | Rising | 09:24 AM WED 05/02/25 |
| Burdekin R at Millaroo Alert | 12.75 | Falling | 10:54 AM WED 05/02/25 |
| Burdekin R at Clare Alert | 12.30 | Steady | 10:57 AM WED 05/02/25 |
| Burdekin R at Clare TM | 12.29 | Steady | 10:00 AM WED 05/02/25 |
| Burdekin R at Inkerman Br Alert | 9.88 | Rising | 10:22 AM WED 05/02/25 |
| Burdekin R at Rita Island Alert | 1.50 | Steady | 08:36 AM WED 05/02/25 |
| Burdekin R at Groper Ck Alert | 3.39 | Falling | 07:41 AM WED 05/02/25 |
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 210. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/flood. The latest weather forecast is available at www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts.