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Coorong River Level & Flow Conditions

Real-time Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) river level in metres (m), discharge telemetry, water temperature, and activity suitability ratings at Coorong River at Sand Spit Point, South Australia.

South Australia · Southern Australia|BoM ID: A4260634

Coorong River

Gauging Station: Coorong River at Sand Spit Point · Catchment: Coorong 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: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
Coorong River at Sand Spit Point
Monitored gauging station • BoM Water Data Online Network
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MAP
Location & Catchment
Coorong River • -36.1446°N, 139.6334°W
GPS Set
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Frequently Asked Questions About Coorong River

What is the current river level of Coorong River?

Current river level for Coorong River is measured in metres (m) and discharge (m³/s) at Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) station #A4260634 (Coorong River at Sand Spit Point). Telemetry is logged continuously.

Is Coorong 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 Coorong River?

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 Coorong 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.

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