Our test results show the water quality for some swimming spots can be predicted by the water level in the related rivers. To check the quality of your swimming spot before you jump in:
Swimming Spot |
Extension number |
If the water level is at or below the number listed, water quality should be good for swimming. |
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Rangitikei River at Mangaweka |
3100 |
3.46 metres |
|
Rangitikei River at Vinegar Hill |
3100 |
3.46 metres |
|
Pohangina River at Totara Reserve |
1106 |
0.8 metres |
|
Manawatu River at Ashhurst Domain |
1106 |
0.64 metres |
|
Manawatu River at Hopelands Domain (River Rd) |
2101 |
0.68 metres |
|
Manawatu River at Albert Street, Palmerston North |
1100 |
1.04 metres |
|
Mangatainoka River at S.H. 2 Reserve |
2103 |
1.9 metres |
|
Mangahao River at Marima Domain |
2105 |
0.8 metres |
|
Ohau River at swimming spots upstream of S.H. 1. |
7100 |
0.8 metres |