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| name = Lake Paluma
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| inflow = Swamp Creek
| inflow = Swamp Creek
| outflow = Pipeline to Crystal Creek, Swamp Creek
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'''Paluma Dam''' is an [[embankment dam]] across Swamp Creek, situated on the western slopes of the Paluma Range, north of [[Townsville]].<ref name="EAP">{{cite web |url= https://www.townsville.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0028/119188/Paluma-Dam-Emergency-Action-Plan.pdf |title=Paluma Dam Emergency Action Plan 2021 |pages=11–12| website=Townsville City Council |access-date= 27 October 2021}}</ref> The reservoir formed by Paluma Dam is known as Lake Paluma. Paluma Dam is managed by [[City of Townsville|Townsville City Council]].<ref name="TCC">https://www.townsville.qld.gov.au/water-waste-and-environment/water-supply-and-dams/paluma-dam</ref>
'''Paluma Dam''' is an [[embankment dam]] across Swamp Creek, situated on the western slopes of the Paluma Range, north of [[Townsville]].<ref name="EAP">{{cite web |url= https://www.townsville.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0028/119188/Paluma-Dam-Emergency-Action-Plan.pdf |title=Paluma Dam Emergency Action Plan 2021 |pages=11–12| website=Townsville City Council |access-date= 27 October 2021}}</ref> The reservoir formed by Paluma Dam is known as Lake Paluma. Paluma Dam is managed by [[City of Townsville|Townsville City Council]].<ref name="TCC">[https://www.townsville.qld.gov.au/water-waste-and-environment/water-supply-and-dams/paluma-dam Water Supply: Paluma Dam]. City of Townsville. Retrieved on 15 November 2021.</ref>


The embankment is approximately {{convert|255|m|ft}} long and has a {{convert|60.9|m|ft}} long spillway. In addition to the main embankment, there are two [[Dam#Saddle_dam|saddle dams]]. The reservoir has a storage capacity of {{convert|11,830|ML|cuyd}}.<ref name="EAP"/> The reservoir is completely surrounded by the [[Paluma Range National Park]], but does not form a part of the park.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.legislation.qld.gov.au/view/pdf/inforce/2021-02-12/sl-1994-0135 |title=Nature Conservation (Protected Areas) Regulation 1994 |page=35| website=Queensland Legislation |access-date= 27 October 2021}}</ref>
The embankment is approximately {{convert|255|m|ft}} long and has a {{convert|60.9|m|ft}} long spillway. In addition to the main embankment, there are two [[Dam#Saddle_dam|saddle dams]]. The reservoir has a storage capacity of {{convert|11,830|ML|cuyd}}.<ref name="EAP"/> The reservoir is surrounded by the [[Paluma Range National Park]], but does not form a part of the park.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.legislation.qld.gov.au/view/pdf/inforce/2021-02-12/sl-1994-0135 |title=Nature Conservation (Protected Areas) Regulation 1994 |page=35| website=Queensland Legislation |access-date= 27 October 2021}}</ref>


Water decanted from the dam is piped {{convert|4.5|km|mi}} to the [[Crystal Creek]] catchment, on the eastern slopes of the Paluma Range. This water supplements natural flow in Crystal Creek, which is drawn from for supply of water to the city of Townsville. Maximum outflow from the dam is 43.2 ML/day.<ref name="EAP"/>
Water decanted from the dam is piped {{convert|4.5|km|mi}} to the [[Crystal Creek]] catchment, on the eastern slopes of the Paluma Range. This water supplements natural flow in Crystal Creek, which is drawn from for supply of water to the city of Townsville. Maximum outflow from the dam is 43.2 ML/day.<ref name="EAP"/>

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Lake Paluma
Lake Paluma is located in Queensland
Lake Paluma
Lake Paluma
LocationCity of Townsville, Queensland
Coordinates18°57′14″S 146°08′53″E / 18.9539°S 146.148°E / -18.9539; 146.148
TypeReservoir
Primary inflowsSwamp Creek
Primary outflowsPipeline to Crystal Creek, Swamp Creek
Basin countriesAustralia
Water volume11,830 megalitres (15,470,000 cu yd)
Surface elevation893.2 metres (2,930 ft)

Paluma Dam is an embankment dam across Swamp Creek, situated on the western slopes of the Paluma Range, north of Townsville.[1] The reservoir formed by Paluma Dam is known as Lake Paluma. Paluma Dam is managed by Townsville City Council.[2]

The embankment is approximately 255 metres (837 ft) long and has a 60.9 metres (200 ft) long spillway. In addition to the main embankment, there are two saddle dams. The reservoir has a storage capacity of 11,830 megalitres (15,470,000 cu yd).[1] The reservoir is surrounded by the Paluma Range National Park, but does not form a part of the park.[3]

Water decanted from the dam is piped 4.5 kilometres (2.8 mi) to the Crystal Creek catchment, on the eastern slopes of the Paluma Range. This water supplements natural flow in Crystal Creek, which is drawn from for supply of water to the city of Townsville. Maximum outflow from the dam is 43.2 ML/day.[1]

Paluma Dam was constructed between 1957 and 1958. The original storage capacity was 10,273 ML. This was increased to 11,496 ML in 1981 and then to 11,830 ML in 2020. These increases in capacity were achieved by adding flashboards to the spillway.[2]

Paluma Dam can be accessed via Paluma Dam Road. The lake and the surrounding national park are used for recreational activities such as camping, hiking, swimming and non-motorised boating.

References

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  1. ^ a b c "Paluma Dam Emergency Action Plan 2021" (PDF). Townsville City Council. pp. 11–12. Retrieved 27 October 2021.
  2. ^ a b Water Supply: Paluma Dam. City of Townsville. Retrieved on 15 November 2021.
  3. ^ "Nature Conservation (Protected Areas) Regulation 1994". Queensland Legislation. p. 35. Retrieved 27 October 2021.
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