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Bore Water Database

Groundwater information for Mareeba Shire and the Atherton Tablelands

OpenStreetMap Bore Locations

Community-contributed bore and well locations (may be incomplete)

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Note: This map shows 0 bores from OpenStreetMap data. For official and comprehensive bore records, please use the QLD Government databases above.

Regional Overview

The Atherton Tablelands has excellent groundwater resources, with water availability varying by geological formation.

Mareeba Town Area

  • • Alluvial aquifer system
  • • Typical depth: 10-30 metres
  • • Generally good water quality
  • • Reliable yields for domestic use

Basalt Areas (Atherton/Malanda)

  • • Deeper bore requirements
  • • Typical depth: 30-80 metres
  • • Volcanic rock aquifers
  • • Excellent water quality

Typical Bore Yields

  • • Domestic use: 1-3 L/s (sufficient for household)
  • • Small-scale irrigation: 3-5 L/s
  • • Commercial/agricultural: 5-10+ L/s

Important: Water quality varies significantly across the region. Some areas have high mineral content including iron and manganese. Always test water before use, especially for drinking.