Landholders and river users immediately downstream of the dam may notice a drop in the river level at this time of up to one metre. However, at locations further downstream the drop in the river level will be less noticeable and will occur later in the afternoon.
At Albury, the drop in river level will be closer to 40 cm. Those affected by the change should make any necessary adjustment to their river activities accordingly.
The river level is expected to return to normal once flows start again in the afternoon.
Please note releases may also be shut off between 10.00 in the morning and 2.00 in the afternoon on Tuesday, 22 December 2015, depending on Victoria Police operational requirements. If this is the case, we will provide a further update on Monday.
For any enquiries about police operations, please contact Victoria Police.
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