New flood marker installed at Macrossan Bridge

Charters Towers Regional Council has installed a new flood marker at the Macrossan Bridge to showcase the history of the mighty Burdekin River.

The construction of the original marker was instigated by late local historian Mr Fred Bagnall and had since fallen into a state of disrepair.

The new flood marker stands almost 22 metres above the stream bed, and the post itself is fibre reinforced plastic with aluminium signs. It has been fabricated to allow for easy updates of new records.

Councillor Graham Lohmann, whose portfolio includes community facilities, said the construction of the new flood marker will enrich the history of Charters Towers and surrounding townships.

“The sign displays river height from as early as 1870 and the most recent 2019 flood. To be able to put into perspective the intensity of these floods is incredible, this marker will certainly attract tourists to the Region.

“Although travellers may not understand just how catastrophic these events were to our community, it is an amazing asset to have.

“I would like to congratulate Council’s Operations Team for their hard work and dedication to this project and thank them for providing our Region with this significant piece of history,” Councillor Lohmann said.

To learn more about the Macrossan Bridge Flood Marker, head to the Charters Towers Visitor Information Centre, give them a call on 4761 5533, or visit www.visitcharterstowers.com.au