Level six water restrictions were lifted in Mount Morgan from 6pm yesterday following the No. 7 Dam reaching full capacity.
These restrictions had been put in place in March 2021 when dam levels had fallen below 10 percent.
The No. 7 Dam in Mount Morgan has reached full capacity thanks to early 2024 rainfall, allowing the Rockhampton Regional Council to restore the town’s water supply from both the dam and the Mount Morgan Water Treatment Plant.
Initially, a blend of dam water and carted water from Rockhampton’s supply will be used, with the carted water gradually phased out over two to three weeks to help residents adjust to any taste differences and ensure the water treatment plant’s smooth operation.
Rigorous testing of the plant over the past three months has prepared the Council for the transition, ensuring adherence to strict drinking water standards.
With current water storage levels deemed adequate until the completion of the Mount Morgan Water Supply Pipeline, the pipeline represents a crucial long-term solution for water security, facilitating the town’s sustainable growth and eliminating future water restrictions or carting due to localised drought or low rainfall.
Council pledges to monitor water storage levels and usage and provide regular pipeline progress updates to the community.
Mayor Tony Williams of the Rockhampton Regional Council hailed this development as a significant milestone for Mount Morgan and the wider region.
