Windamere Dam, Embankment dam in Cudgegong, New South Wales, Australia
Windamere Dam is an embankment dam on the Cudgegong River in New South Wales that stores water for irrigation and household use across the local valleys. The structure uses a rock fill core with a clay lining to hold back the water flow.
The dam was constructed between 1974 and 1984 as a major water management project for the region. Its completion required rerouting a significant highway to accommodate the new structure.
The water management facility acknowledges the traditional land custodians, integrating local heritage with modern water resource management for regional communities.
The dam sits in a rural area with several viewing spots that offer views of the structure and surrounding landscape. Visitors should plan for limited nearby facilities and bring supplies if spending time in the area.
A small 2-megawatt power station generates electricity from water flowing through the dam, making it both a storage and energy facility. An open rock spillway can handle very large water discharges during heavy rains, protecting the region from flooding.
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