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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 Water Supply: Paluma Dam]. City of Townsville. Retrieved on 15 November 2021.</ref> |
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'''Lake Paluma''' is a drinking water storage facility owned by NQ Water and is situated close to Mount Spec, high above the [[Paluma Range National Park]].<ref>[http://www.nqwater.com.au NQ Water - Home<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref> Lake Paluma has a capacity of 11,800 megalitres. |
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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> |
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The dam is part of a unique water supply system that gravity feeds up to 50 megalitres of water per day to the city of [[Townsville]]. For most of the year water flowing from the Mount Spec part of the national park is collected and filtered at the Crystal Creek intake and then piped under gravity to Townsville. When Crystal Creek water levels are low, water is released into the creek from Lake Paluma via another gravity pipeline. |
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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 is nestled among [[World Heritage]] listed, wet tropics rainforest. The lake is open for a range of nature based recreational activities such as canoeing, sailing and swimming. Lake Paluma is only accessible via a 12 km gravel road just past the township of Paluma. Visitor facilities include picnic shelters and BBQs and bookings are essential. The area is home to the [[Platypus]], [[Peregrine Falcon]], [[Eastern Water Dragon]] and a range of rainforest fauna. |
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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.<ref name="TCC"/> |
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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. |
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== References == |
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* [https://www.townsville.qld.gov.au/facilities-and-recreation/parks-beaches-and-community-venues/parks-trails-and-camping/lake-paluma Lake Paluma – Townsville City Council] |
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*[http://www.nqwater.com.au NQ Water] |
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* [https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/parks/paluma-range Paluma Range National Park] |
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Latest revision as of 02:32, 26 July 2022
| Lake Paluma | |
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  Lake Paluma | |
| Location | City of Townsville, Queensland |
| Coordinates | 18°57′14″S 146°08′53″E / 18.9539°S 146.148°E |
| Type | Reservoir |
| Primary inflows | Swamp Creek |
| Primary outflows | Pipeline to Crystal Creek, Swamp Creek |
| Basin countries | Australia |
| Water volume | 11,830 megalitres (15,470,000 cu yd) |
| Surface elevation | 893.2 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
[edit]- ^ a b c "Paluma Dam Emergency Action Plan 2021" (PDF). Townsville City Council. pp. 11–12. Retrieved 27 October 2021.
- ^ a b Water Supply: Paluma Dam. City of Townsville. Retrieved on 15 November 2021.
- ^ "Nature Conservation (Protected Areas) Regulation 1994". Queensland Legislation. p. 35. Retrieved 27 October 2021.
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