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Gawler River Level & Flow Conditions

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

South Australia · Southern Australia|BoM ID: A5050510

Gawler River

Gauging Station: Gawler River at Virginia Park · Catchment: Gawler 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
Gawler River at Virginia Park
Monitored gauging station • BoM Water Data Online Network
Active
MAP
Location & Catchment
Gawler River • -34.6396°N, 138.5410°W
GPS Set
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gawler River

What is the current river level of Gawler River?

Current river level for Gawler River is measured in metres (m) and discharge (m³/s) at Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) station #A5050510 (Gawler River at Virginia Park). Telemetry is logged continuously.

Is Gawler 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 Gawler 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 Gawler 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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