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Julius Dam – spill event

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Update 1 – Monday, 25 March 2024, 8:06am

STAY INFORMED – Julius Dam spilling excess water into Leichhardt River.

Warning level: ADVICE  

Warning area: Downstream of Julius Dam

Julius Dam is spilling excess water into Leichhardt River. Water flows from Julius Dam are expected to remain within beds and banks of the river. Expect increased river flows today. There is no immediate danger.  

What you should do  

  • Decide what you will do if flooding starts.  
  • Do not enter floodwater, rivers or creeks.  

Stay informed 

Stay informed because conditions could change rapidly:

  • monitor Julius Dam level bit.ly/JuliusStorageLevels 
  • tune in to ABC North West 106.5 FM 
  • check local updates, road closures and evacuation information at Mount Isa City Council https://dashboard.mountisa.qld.gov.au 
  • monitor river and rainfall conditions at www.bom.gov.au/qld  
  • call Triple Zero (000) if your life is in danger
  • for flood help, call the SES on 132 500 or download the SES Assistance QLD app. 

The next update will be issued when the situation changes.