Bridge over Warrego River, water at 7' 6 - Charleville,. Storm rains across central and southern Queensland in late January 1955 resulted in flooding of many rivers. Rises were reported in the Balonne, Warrego, Paroo, Bulloo, Barcoo and Thomson rivers during the last week of the month from 25th. The Paroo River peaked at Eulo on 28th and the Bulloo River at Thargomindah was over the bridge by 29th and finally peaked 1st February. The Barcoo River at Isisford was above bridge height from 29th to 31st. Many roads in this area were impassable during that period but there was no serious damage. C
Bridge over Warrego River, water at 7' 6 - Charleville,. Storm rains across central and southern Queensland in late January 1955 resulted in flooding of many rivers. Rises were reported in the Balonne, Warrego, Paroo, Bulloo, Barcoo and Thomson rivers during the last week of the month from 25th. The Paroo River peaked at Eulo on 28th and the Bulloo River at Thargomindah was over the bridge by 29th and finally peaked 1st February. The Barcoo River at Isisford was above bridge height from 29th to 31st. Many roads in this area were impassable during that period but there was no serious damage. Compare this with another view of the same bridge ( ) after the flood waters had dropped.
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