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Carparks Lagoon Level & Flow Conditions

Real-time Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) river level in metres (m), discharge telemetry, water temperature, and activity suitability ratings at Carparks Lagoon at Katarapko Island, South Australia.

South Australia · Southern Australia|BoM ID: A4261264

Carparks Lagoon

Gauging Station: Carparks Lagoon at Katarapko Island · Catchment: Carparks Lagoon

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:0.45m – 1.85m
RIVER LEVEL (m)
0.45 m
Typical high: 1.85m
Standard BaselineSteady
NORMAL BOUNDS
0.45m
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 (1.85m)
1.85m Threshold
24 Hours Ago12 Hours AgoLive Sensor (0.45 m)

River Access & Safety Info

BoM telemetry & public river access points

Public Waterway
BoM
Carparks Lagoon at Katarapko Island
Monitored gauging station • BoM Water Data Online Network
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MAP
Location & Catchment
Carparks Lagoon • -34.3749°N, 140.5401°W
GPS Set
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Frequently Asked Questions About Carparks Lagoon

What is the current river level of Carparks Lagoon?

Current river level for Carparks Lagoon is measured in metres (m) and discharge (m³/s) at Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) station #A4261264 (Carparks Lagoon at Katarapko Island). Telemetry is logged continuously.

Is Carparks Lagoon 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 Carparks Lagoon?

The Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) typical normal range at this station is between 0.45m and 1.85m. Levels within this window represent standard navigable conditions.

Can heavy rain in the catchment cause Carparks Lagoon 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.

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