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Burrendong Dam, New South Wales

Located in New South Wales, Australia, Burrendong Dam plays a crucial role in water storage and supply for irrigation, town water, and environmental flows in the Macquarie River system. Constructed on the Macquarie River, near Wellington, the dam has a vast catchment area of approximately 13,900 km² and a storage capacity of 1,188,000 ML at full supply, making it one of the largest inland dams in NSW.
Burrendong Dam is a gated dam, allowing for controlled water releases to support downstream users and manage flood mitigation.
The dam features a rock-fill embankment with a clay core, standing 76 metres high and stretching 1,116 metres in length. The dam also includes three spillways: a main gated spillway, an auxiliary spillway, and an emergency spillway, ensuring safe water discharge during periods of high inflows.
Over the years, Burrendong Dam has undergone various upgrades to enhance its safety and operational efficiency, including improvements to spillway capacity and dam stability. It continues to be regularly maintained and monitored by WaterNSW to ensure ongoing performance and resilience.
Beyond its primary role in water management, Burrendong Dam is a popular recreation destination, offering a range of activities such as boating, fishing, camping, and bushwalking. The adjacent Burrendong Arboretum provides a unique opportunity to explore native plant species in a scenic setting.
For more information about Burrendong Dam, visit: WaterNSW – Burrendong Dam.