Tongariro River at Poutu - Flow

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River flows can vary quickly and it is a good idea to check the weather forecast and assess flow conditions on the river before heading out.

This site is located approximately 130 metres downstream of Poutu Intake at NZMS 260: T19: 540268.

The minimum flow is 16 cubic metres per second.

Flow in the Tongariro River downstream of Poutu Intake may fall below 16 cubic metres per second as a result of operation changes at Rangipo Power Station. Flow should be restored to 16 cubic metres per second within two hours.

Recreational releases from Poutu Intake will occur on two Saturdays each year between 1 January - 30 September, in the same weekend as recreational flows from Rangipo Dam. The target flow for a recreational release from Poutu Intake is 30 cubic metres per second. The dates for recreational releases are set in agreement between Genesis Energy and the New Zealand Recreational Canoeing Association.

Information on recreational releases is also available at the NZRCA website.

 
This hydrology information has been compiled by Genesis Energy for general information purposes only. Genesis Energy does not warrant the accuracy or completeness of the information nor does it accept any liability or responsibility for any error, inaccuracy or omission in the information or for the use of such information by any person for any purpose.