Atkinson Dam / Lake Atkinson



Key Facts

Name:
Atkinson Dam / Lake Atkinson
Water Course:
Located at the outlet of Atkinson's Lagoon between Buaraba Creek and Lockyer Creek
Location:
Buaraba Creek
Catchment Area:
32.7 km2
Lake Surface Area:
555 ha
Full Supply Capacity:
30,401 ML
Current Capacity:
30,126 ML (99.1% full) at 21/05/2013 06:43AM
Flood Mitigation:
None
Year Complete:
1970
Full Supply Waterline:
65.72m AHD (above sea level)
Spillway Level:
65.7m AHD (above sea level)
Outlet System:
Type of Construction:
Zoned earthfill embankment
Length of Dam Wall:
2082m

Recreation

The following recreational activities are permitted at Atkinson Dam: 
 
  • barbequing
  • boating (powered and non-powered)
  • canoeing
  • fishing
  • jet-skiing
  • kayaking
  • picnicking
  • walking
  • waterskiing
 
Download the Atkinson Dam brochure for a location map, acitivity guide and safety information.