How much freshwater is available?
As of 3 March 2010, the total active (useable) water in storage in the Murray Darling basin is 1,920 GL (Giga Litres), or 21% of capacity (ref MBDA). By comparison, approximately 1,200 GL is required to return the Lower Lakes to full supply level and a further 1000 GL of conveyance water is required to transport the water down the river.