Geez… maybe we should’ve had an extra dam or two: Lake Victoria’s getting skinny again

Photo Credit - Peter MacDonald


If you’ve been anywhere near the Murray lately (or you’ve got a pump, a boat, or a bit of skin in the game), you’ve probably heard the same line a few times:

“Lake Victoria’s getting low.”

And yep... it is.

As at 13 February 2026, the SA River Murray Flow Report has Lake Victoria sitting at 366 GL, which is about 54% capacity.

Now, 54% isn’t “empty”… but it’s also not the comfy, cruise-control zone you want heading into hot weather and high demand.

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