Overview

In March 2022, Council received funding from the NSW Government (via what was then known as the Department of Planning and Environment) to undertake the Lake Albert Flood Mitigation Options - Feasibility Study.

In September 2023, the Council subsequently engaged the consulting firm Stantec to assess the ‘Lake Albert Enhanced Flow Scheme’: a proposal to divert major flood flows from Stringybark Creek and Crooked Creek into Lake Albert, aiming to reduce flooding across the broader area.

This plan was first proposed as a flood mitigation option in the 'Wagga Wagga Major Overland Flow Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan' (MOFFRMS&P), which was undertaken by specialist engineering consultants WMAwater in 2021.

About the study

The Feasibility Study presented here for your feedback has primarily focused on the following three locations:

  • Site 1 (LA01) Lake Albert Outlet Modification
  • Site 2 (LA02) Crooked Creek Diversion Modification
  • Site 3 (LA03) Stringybark Creek Diversion Modification

A full copy of the draft study is provided below, inclusive of all relevant supporting documents.

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Public Exhibition

The public exhibition period will be open for 28 days from 29 October 2025 to 26 November 2025.

Upon completion of the public exhibition period a further report will be provided to Council noting any submissions received. An endorsement of a final resolution to adopt/pursue/endorse the Feasibility Study, will then be sought at the appropriate Council Meeting.

Consultation

We will be hosting one-on-one consultation sessions throughout November 2025 to gather feedback on the draft Feasibility Study. A list of dates, times and locations is included on this page. If you wish to reserve a place in the one-on-one session schedule, please complete the Book your session form.

These conversations are an opportunity to not only share your views, but also speak with Council staff, learn more and ask questions.

How do I provide feedback?

For those able to attend a one-on-one session, you will have the option to provide your feedback to one of our friendly staff members in attendance. If you can't make it to an in-person session, you can also provide your feedback online through the survey below.