RAIN in recent days has led to Macleay River level fluctuations and ultimately a slow fall in river height.
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Here's a snapshot as of 10am today.
FLOODGATES
As the river reached the level required to proceed with the flood structures closure, the Belmore and Kinchela flood structures are now closed.
The river levels will be closely monitored this week to determine the best time to re-open them and the community will be notified of any anticipated changes in flood structure status. This decision will take into account further rain forecast throughout the middle part of this week and overall water quality.
ROAD AND BRIDGE CLOSURES
The following road and bridge statuses are accurate as at 9.30am
. Gladstone St underpass is open
. Old Aerodrome Rd is open
. Dungay Creek causeway is closed
. Bellbrook, Sherwood and Toorooka bridges are open
. Temagog Bridge is closed
. A minor slip has developed near Bellbrook on the Armidale Rd. If travelling to or from Bellbrook, proceed with caution as there is a risk of falling rocks. Currently there is no road closure in place due to this minor slip, however investigations are ongoing and there may be traffic impacts in the near future.
Roads in low lying areas or adjacent to the Macleay River and its tributaries may be impacted by flooding, proceed with caution.
RIVER LEVELS AND TRENDS
At 9.16am, the Macleay River at Turners Flat was reading 3.08m and is currently steady.
WHAT SHOULD YOU DO?
Residents and visitors are urged to remain cautious on the roads for localised impacts and not attempt to drive through floodwaters or cross flooded bridges.
Council work teams are inspecting roads and any areas of concern will be advised in future updates. Council welcomes advice from residents in outlying areas regarding any concerns which may be reported to council on 6566-3200.
For emergency help in floods and storms, call the NSW State Emergency Service on 132 500. In life-threatening situations call triple zero (000) immediately.
