The land and lakes managed by Hydro Tasmania are open for boating, camping, fishing, exercise and other recreational activities. Social distancing, hygiene and gathering size restrictions apply.
Site closures, or access restricted, due to maintenance.
Visitors to Poatina are advised to boil all water from the local reticulated water supply before using it for:
Bring the water to a rolling boil until a continuous and rapid stream of air bubbles is produced from the bottom of the pan or kettle. Kettles with automatic cut-off switches are suitable. After boiling, water may be stored or refrigerated in a clean, closed container.
Drinking unboiled water could make you sick. Particular caution should be taken by pregnant women, infants and young children, who may be at a higher risk. There is no increased risk to pets.
If you are concerned that you may be sick after consuming water, please contact your GP in the first instance or the Department of Health on 1800 671 738.
Visitors to Gowrie Park should not consume water from the local reticulated water supply. Boiling the water will not make it safe to:
Drinking the water is a low risk for pets. If you are concerned you should contact your veterinarian.
If you feel sick after consuming water, please contact your GP in the first instance or the Department of Health on 1800 671 738.
The Bailey bridge on Lake Repulse Road has been temporarily closed.
New locked boom gates have been installed at both ends of the bridge, closing the bridge to vehicle access. Walking, horse riding and push bike riding across the bridge are still permitted.
The load rating of the bridge has been reduced from 7 to 3.5 tonnes to allow ongoing safe operation for access to the Repulse Power Station only.
Residents of Dawson Road, and others in the area who normally use the bridge, are encouraged to access Dawson Road vis Ellendale Road, south of Ouse.
If travelling in the area, please exercise caution.
For further information contact us on 1300 360 441 or via contactus@hydro.com.au
Patons Road will be closed from 12 December 2021 for ~6 weeks. The Lemonthyme Creek crossing will be removed to facilitate important work by Hydro Tasmania. It is intended to construct a new crossing early in 2022.
Please contact Hydro Tasmania if you require further information.
As part of Lake Echo Power Station’s major refurbishment, Hydro Tasmania will be running system tests between late January and late March 2022. Lake Echo Dam spillway will be in frequent operation during this time, sending large volumes of water across Lake Echo Road.
When the spillway is operating, locked barriers will prevent access along Lake Echo Road. Please stay alert for changing road conditions, follow the advisory signs and if you’re heading to Lake Echo or Lake Echo boat ramp, we recommend using Mentmore Road. Thank you for your patience while we complete this important work! For more information, please call us on 1300 360 441.