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Australian Government Bureau of MeteorologyInitial Minor Flood Warning for the Murray River
at Barham
Issued at 3:04 pm AEST on Friday 10 July 2026
Flood Warning Number: 1
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT BARHAM FROM OVERNIGHT SUNDAY INTO MONDAY
Upstream flows from the Murray River combined with floodwaters from the Goulburn River may cause minor flooding along the Murray River at Barham from overnight Sunday into Monday. Upstream of Barham, peaks below the minor flood level are expected along the Murray River at Echuca and Torrumbarry over the weekend.
Murray River downstream of Tocumwal to Barham:
Minor flooding is possible at Barham.
The Murray River at Barham is currently at 5.24 m and rising slowly, below the minor flood level. The Murray River at Barham may peak near the minor flood level (5.50 m) overnight Sunday into Monday.
Safety Advice:
- Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
- Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
- Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
- Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
- For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.ses.nsw.gov.au.
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.
Next Issue:
The next warning will be issued by 12:30 PM AEST on Saturday 11 July 2026.
Latest River Heights:
| Location | River Height | Tendency | Time of Observation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murray River at Albury | 1.20 m | Steady | 2:45 pm Fri 10/07/26 |
| Murray River at Corowa | 1.67 m | Steady | 2:45 pm Fri 10/07/26 |
| Murray River at Yarrawonga (Downstream) | 3.45 m | Falling | 2:45 pm Fri 10/07/26 |
| Murray River at Tocumwal | 4.87 m | Steady | 2:00 pm Fri 10/07/26 |
| Murray River at Echuca Wharf | 89.75 mAHD | Rising | 2:00 pm Fri 10/07/26 |
| Murray River at Torrumbarry Weir | 6.13 m | Rising | 2:00 pm Fri 10/07/26 |
| Murray River at Barham | 5.24 m | Rising | 2:00 pm Fri 10/07/26 |
| Murray River at Swan Hill | 3.06 m | Steady | 2:00 pm Fri 10/07/26 |
| Edward River at Deniliquin | 2.04 m | Steady | 2:00 pm Fri 10/07/26 |
| Edward River at Stevens Weir DS | 1.59 m | Steady | 2:00 pm Fri 10/07/26 |
| Edward River at Moulamein | 1.72 m | Steady | 2:00 pm Fri 10/07/26 |
| Murray River at Wakool Junction | 4.58 m | Steady | 2:00 pm Fri 10/07/26 |
| Murray River at Boundary Bend | 3.35 m | Steady | 2:00 pm Fri 10/07/26 |
| Murray River at Euston Weir (Downstream) | 2.58 m | Steady | 2:00 pm Fri 10/07/26 |
| Murray River at Wentworth (Lock 10) | 3.22 m | Steady | 2:00 pm Fri 10/07/26 |
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.