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Request a water release

Request a water release
We receive requests for water releases at sites around Tasmania for many different purposes.

For example, specific river flows can be requested by paddlers, kayakers and rafters for leisure, training and competitions. You can also request no flow or low flow for in-river works and construction projects. We will try to safely accommodate your request. 

Complete this form to request a water release. All applications are subject to the Water Release terms and conditions which are listed at the bottom of the form below, alongside Hydro Tasmania's general water terms and conditions.

Purpose of water release or water level request

Terms and conditions

Your request will be subject to the following terms and conditions.

  • Hydro Tasmania will endeavour to advise the requestor of potential risks and dependencies that may mean the water release request cannot be met as soon as they are known.
  • Hydro Tasmania reserves the right to cancel any confirmed controlled water release at any time prior to it commencing due to safety or other operational reasons. The requestor acknowledges that Hydro Tasmania cannot and hereby does not make any guarantee as to the availability of the river or lake level flows which may be requested.
  • The requestor acknowledges that Hydro Tasmania has not made any representation or warranty, express or implied, as to the suitability of any confirmed water release, level or site conditions for the intended use. The requestor agrees and acknowledges that it will undertake the use at its own risk and has relied solely on its own assessments and analysis and has obtained professional advice where necessary. The requestor also acknowledges that it has the appropriate expertise, skill and resources to undertake the intended use safely and in compliance with any applicable laws and standards.
  • To the extent permitted by law, Hydro Tasmania excludes all liability to any person arising directly or indirectly from a use or activity undertaken or proposed to be undertaken in connection with a water release request.
  • Specific call-in and call-out procedures, where applicable, will be advised when a water release is confirmed.
  • A request may be subject to additional site-specific conditions.
  • Application is also subject to Hydro Tasmania's water use terms and conditions.
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By selecting Submit, you agree to adhere by the above terms and conditions.

What's next?
When your request is approved, we’ll get in touch with you to confirm, including a copy of the terms and conditions, plus any additional conditions and safety information.

Remember that we may need to cancel a water release at any time for safety or operational reasons.

You must assess if the water flow is appropriate for your intended activity or use, which you undertake at your own risk.

If you have any questions about water releases, contact us at water.recreation@hydro.com.au.