Island Bend Dam, Gravity dam in Kosciuszko National Park, Australia
Island Bend Dam extends 146 meters across the Snowy River, featuring a concrete structure that rises 49 meters from its foundation.
The dam emerged as part of the Snowy Mountains Scheme in 1965, constructed by Utah Construction and Engineering to support hydroelectric power generation.
The dam represents a milestone in Australian engineering, demonstrating the nation's capabilities in large-scale infrastructure development during the mid-20th century.
Visitors can access the dam through designated roads in Kosciuszko National Park, with parking areas and information boards available on site.
The structure contains 60,400 cubic meters of concrete and manages a reservoir of 3,084 megalitres across 327 hectares of water surface.
Location: New South Wales
GPS coordinates: -36.31944,148.47028
Latest update: March 16, 2025 22:33
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