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Barham West River Level & Flow Conditions

Real-time Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) river level in metres (m), discharge telemetry, water temperature, and activity suitability ratings at Barham West River at Apollo, Victoria.

Victoria · South East Australia|BoM ID: 235221

Barham West River

Gauging Station: Barham West River at Apollo · Catchment: Barham West River

BoM Hydrology Model
Activity Intelligence

River Condition Score

1–10 Scale
10.0OUT OF 10Normal Range
⭐Normal Range

River level is within normal Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) range.

💡River Advisory:

Prime conditions for swimming, canoeing, and angling.

Typical Range:2.97m – 29.75m
RIVER LEVEL (m)
2.97 m
Typical high: 29.75m
Standard BaselineSteady
NORMAL BOUNDS
2.97m
Typical Low Threshold
BoM BaselineNormal
WATER TEMP
8°C
Dipping: Cold shock risk
Wild SwimmingWetsuit Advised
AIR & SKY
11°C
Humidity: 65%
Rain: 15%13 km/h W

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Scoring algorithm recalibrates suitability according to water depth, stream power, and weather.

Active: Wild Swimming & Dipping
River swimming, billabongs & gorge dipping. Ideal in calm, normal river levels with warm sunshine and gentle currents.
Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) Open Data

24-Hour River Level Trend (m)

BoM telemetry vs. typical normal bounds

Observed Level
Typical High (29.75m)
29.75m Threshold
24 Hours Ago12 Hours AgoLive Sensor (2.97 m)

River Access & Safety Info

BoM telemetry & public river access points

Public Waterway
BoM
Barham West River at Apollo
Monitored gauging station • BoM Water Data Online Network
Active
MAP
Location & Catchment
Barham West River • -38.7667°N, 143.6300°W
GPS Set
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Frequently Asked Questions About Barham West River

What is the current river level of Barham West River?

Current river level for Barham West River is measured in metres (m) and discharge (m³/s) at Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) station #235221 (Barham West River at Apollo). Telemetry is logged continuously.

Is Barham West River safe for wild swimming, canoeing, or paddling today?

River conditions depend on live gauge depth and streamflow velocity. Riverable Australia provides a real-time 1–10 River Activity Score tuned for wild swimming, canoeing, kayaking, and angling. Check the live status badge above before entering the water.

What is the typical normal range for Barham West River?

The Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) typical normal range at this station is between 2.97m and 29.75m. Levels within this window represent standard navigable conditions.

Can heavy rain in the catchment cause Barham West River to rise rapidly?

Yes, catchment precipitation and surface runoff directly cause water levels to surge. Riverable Australia monitors 7-day cumulative precipitation and upstream weather models to alert users to rising spate conditions.