Emerald's Fairbairn dam hits 24pc capacity following years of below average rainfall

Ben Harden
Updated December 3 2021 - 1:13pm, first published 8:00am
SEND IT DOWN HUEY: The Fairbairn Dam is at 24.8pc capacity thanks to recent rainfall in parts of the catchment area over the past fortnight.
SEND IT DOWN HUEY: The Fairbairn Dam is at 24.8pc capacity thanks to recent rainfall in parts of the catchment area over the past fortnight.

Widespread rainfall across the Central Highlands region has seen significant inflows recorded into Fairbairn Dam, near Emerald, following years of historically low levels.

Ben Harden

Ben Harden

Journalist

Queensland Country Life reporter based in Emerald. I report on agriculture and rural news in the central Queensland region. Got a story? Get in touch: 0437528907 or email ben.harden@austcommunitymedia.com.au

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