Southern Downs Regional Council is undertaking Flood and Risk Studies for the local creek and catchment areas of Condamine River and Tributaries (Dalrymple Creek and Canal Creek). Commencing in September 2023, the studies are expected to be completed in July 2024.
Why were these catchment areas chosen?
The Condamine River, Dalrymple Creek, and Canal Creek catchment areas were selected as they have been identified as priority catchments for improvements to flood risk understanding. Over time, modification of creek corridors, historical land clearance and the construction of infrastructure has changed the distribution and movement of water and led to changes in flood behaviour. In addition, recent rain events in 2021/22 provide data that can be used to refine the flood studies and risk assessments that accounts for these catchment changes and land uses.
What will the studies involve?
The Flood and Risk Studies will:
- assess the nature and extent of existing catchment flood conditions;
- identify the potential implications as a result of future climatic conditions;
- incorporate flooding experience and insights gained from community consultation;
- evaluate options that may be implemented to manage existing and future flood risk.
How do these current studies fit in with projects Council has previously completed?
To make informed decisions it is critical for Council and the community to have up-to-date information on flood risks in our region. Southern Downs Regional Council’s Flood and Risk Studies play an important role in our planning and preparing for, responding to, and recovering from flooding.
Share your experience with flooding
Council is seeking to understand your firsthand experience with flooding, flood risk management issues and historical flooding in the study areas.
Community consultation will be open from 8 January 2024 to 4 February 2024.
To contribute to the Flood and Risk Studies and provide flood feedback, you can:
- Complete the online survey.
- Visit your nearest customer service centre and ask to complete a survey form.
- Visit your local library and ask to complete a survey form.
The community will have additional opportunities to provide feedback as the studies progress. Council will keep the community updated on when community consultation is open and how you can provide feedback.