Word is that the flood waters from Lockyer Creeek - near Gatton will combine with increased releases from Wivenhoe dam - and hit around 13m at Colleges Crossing.
Water is not far from the cafe wall with the river level tonight at 10.21m.
The SES joined staff in packing and preparing the cafe for evacuation.
We were also advised that the only alternate route to the Colleges Crossing bridge - the Mt Crosby weir is closed. The river level at the weir is 12.69m.
That means for anyone living in this area - a 50km round trip.
Which local politician said recently that no money should be spent on Colleges Crossing? Good luck with your future career.
If the flood levels do reach the heights predicted - the cafe and the caretakers house will be shifted to higher ground.
It is one of the unique features of the Colleges by the River cafe that it was designed for just such an emergency.
Tomorrow (Monday) a decision will be made whether to shift the cafe to higher ground on the back of a flatbed truck.
But, preparing for that meant that staff and SES people worked until the early hours packing everything up.
The caretakers residence was also prepared for evacuation - it may also be transported out of the park.
Work teams will be back on site early in the morning to access the situation.
Thanks to everyone who helped with the work at the cafe throughout the night.
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