Yellow Pinch Dam, Embankment dam in New South Wales, Australia
Yellow Pinch Dam is an embankment dam built across Yellow Pinch Creek near Merimbula in New South Wales. The structure holds water that connects through a system linking several regional water sources and delivery networks.
The dam was completed in 1987 by the New South Wales Department of Public Works as part of regional water management efforts. Its construction addressed growing water supply demands in southern coastal communities.
The dam supplies water to multiple communities in the region, including Merimbula and Tura Beach, supporting local development.
The site is accessible via local roads that lead to the dam area where you can walk around and observe the structure. Certain zones allow fishing for those interested in water-based activities.
The dam receives water from a source located far upstream and distributes it through specialized pipeline connections to other waterways. This interconnected system allows efficient water management across a much larger geographic area.
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