Who we are

Rous County Council has three main functions:

Bulk water supply: We are the regional water supply authority providing water in bulk to the council areas of the Northern Rivers. A population of around 100,000 is serviced by this water supply system with the actual area of operations being approximately 3,000km2.
Weed biosecurity: We undertake a wide range of activities to combat the spread of targeted weeds across the Northern Rivers.
Flood mitigation: We are a flood mitigation authority operating across the local government areas of Ballina, Lismore and Richmond Valley.  

 

About Our Water Sources

Rocky Creek Dam
 

Rocky Creek Dam

Current dam level

100%

Updated Wed 2nd Oct

Emigrant Creek Dam
 

Emigrant Creek Dam

Current dam level

100%

Updated Wed 2nd Oct

News

Latest news and updates from Rous County Council.

Rocky Creek Dam closed to public
3 October 2024

Rocky Creek Dam closed to public

Rocky Creek Dam will be closed from 15 - 17 October for planned maintenance. Read more...

Rous receives funding to restore section of Bungawalbyn Creek bank
27 September 2024

Rous receives funding to restore section of Bungawalbyn Creek bank

Rous has been awarded $158,000 to improve coastal fish habitats. Read more...

Water Fill Station at North Lismore now open
9 September 2024

Water Fill Station at North Lismore now open

The new bulk water fill station at Lake St, North Lismore (opposite the cattle sale yards) is now open and ready for use. Read more...

Digital smart water meters rollout complete
5 September 2024

Digital smart water meters rollout complete

We are proud to announce the successful completion of the $3.5 million rollout of digital smart water meters. Read more...