What caused the Lockyer Valley floods?
On 10 January 2011, a wall of water swept through Toowoomba, then travelled west, flooding Oakey, Dalby, Chinchilla and Condamine for a second time. This caused flooding through the Lockyer Valley, including Murphy’s Creek, Postman’s Ridge, Helidon, Grantham, Laidley, Lowood, Fernvale and Forrest Hill.
Does the Lockyer Creek flood?
Abstract: The Lockyer Valley experienced a rare and damaging flood on the afternoon of the 10th January 2011. The lives of 19 people were tragically lost and many houses were destroyed.
Does Rosewood QLD flood?
Rosewood-based Ipswich City Councillor David Pahlke says the maps have created a farcical situation for the residents. He is seething that the flood maps indicate large areas on Rosewood were flooded but only small areas were subjected to flash-flooding.
Where does the Lockyer Creek start?
Brisbane RiverLockyer Creek / Mouth
Where does Lockyer Creek run to?
The Lockyer Creek is a creek located in South East Queensland, Australia. A tributary of the Brisbane River, the creek is a major drainage system in the Lockyer Valley….Lockyer Creek.
| Lockyer | |
|---|---|
| • location | Main Range National Park |
| • coordinates | 27°28′6″S 152°5′19″E |
| • elevation | 216 m (709 ft) |
| Mouth | confluence with the Brisbane River |
Where can I find flood information in Lockyer Valley?
Lockyer Valley Regional Council has a variety of flood information searches available, these include Basic Flood Information (B2) and Detailed Flood Advice (DF1). Please refer to the Flood Information Searches Fact Sheet for further information on the type of flood information searches which can be obtained from Council.
What happened in the Lockyer Creek flood of January 2011?
The Lockyer Creek Flood of January 2011: What Happened and How Should We Manage Hazard for Rare Floods Authors: Greg Rogencamp (SKM), Jim Barton (LVRC) Abstract: The Lockyer Valley experienced a rare and damaging flood on the afternoon of the 10th January 2011.
What happened in the Lockyer Valley?
Authors: Greg Rogencamp (SKM), Jim Barton (LVRC) Abstract: The Lockyer Valley experienced a rare and damaging flood on the afternoon of the 10th January 2011. The lives of 19 people were tragically lost and many houses were destroyed.
What happened to the riparian vegetation along the Lockyer Creek?
This resulted in much of the riparian vegetation along the Lockyer Creek and upper tributaries being stripped from its roots during the flood event. The debris load within the water column probably contributed to the loss of riparian vegetation.