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South Australia

95.4% average fill

Reservoirs

17

Volume stored

2,229 hm³

Total capacity

2,337 hm³

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Data source: Bureau of Meteorology Water Data Online (KiWIS API). Publicly-owned storages reported under Australia's Water Regulations 2008.

About reservoirs in South Australia

As of September 9, 2026, the reservoirs we track across South Australia that report live levels hold roughly 2,229 hm³ of water — about 95.4% of their combined capacity. Taken together, South Australia's reservoirs are high.

None of the tracked reservoirs are currently at critically low levels. Lake Albert is the fullest at 101.1%, while Lock 1 - Blanchetown is the lowest at 49.6%.

Over the most recent week on record, 4 reservoirs rose and 2 reservoirs fell across South Australia.

Storage figures for South Australia come from BOM; the most recent reading is from September 9, 2026. Each reservoir below links to its own page with full history and seasonal context.

South Australia at a glance

Reservoirs tracked
17
Average fill
95.4%
Water stored
2,229 hm³
Combined capacity
2,337 hm³
Fullest
Lake Albert (101.1%)
Lowest
Lock 1 - Blanchetown (49.6%)
Last updated
September 9, 2026
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