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Observational Rainfall & Culvert Monitoring for Rail

Real-time monitoring that keeps crews safe and rail corridors open

EWN’s Observational Rainfall & Culvert Monitoring service provides rail operators with real-time intelligence on water levels across their network.

Tracks in in flood - image credit Queensland Rail

Flash flooding is one of the most critical risks for rail networks. 

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When culverts are overwhelmed, water can quickly overtop embankments, undermine tracks, and trigger washouts or derailments. For rail operators, these failures mean costly downtime, infrastructure repairs, and safety risks for crews and passengers.

By connecting directly to your existing flow monitors and rainfall sensors, we track rainfall, culvert levels, and trigger heights. When thresholds are reached, alerts are sent immediately to the right teams, eliminating the need for manual monitoring and ensuring no warning is ever missed.

Key Benefits

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Network-wide visibility 

Monitor culverts and rainfall triggers across the entire rail corridor, no matter where they are in Australia.

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Consistent response

One integrated system and alerting process, reducing complexity for operators spread across states and districts.

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Faster action, less risk

Automated alerts mean crews can be deployed proactively, reducing the chance of washouts, derailments, or stranded trains.

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Trusted, Real-Time Data

Backed by advanced modelling, satellite data, and observational networks for maximum accuracy.

Relied on to deliver mission-critical data by leading rail operators nationwide

Delivered under ISO 27001:2022 certified systems for enterprise-grade security

Supported 24/7 by EWN’s severe weather and client ops teams

Why Culvert Monitoring Matters

When heavy rain hits, blocked or undersized culverts can turn into points of failure:

  • Flash flooding can overwhelm drainage in minutes, causing water to overtop embankments and wash away ballast.

  • Track washouts and derailments are among the most costly and dangerous outcomes of culvert failure.

  • Climate change is amplifying the risk, and short, intense rainfall events are now more common across Australia, placing unprecedented strain on ageing infrastructure.

By automating culvert and rainfall monitoring, EWN helps operators get ahead of these risks, protecting assets, reducing costly downtime, and most importantly, keeping crews and passengers safe.

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Tell us a little about your rail operations, and we’ll show you how RailAWARE can help you manage risk with greater precision and confidence.