Wappa Dam



Key Facts

Name:
Wappa Dam
Water Course:
South Maroochy River
Location:
Catchment Area:
69.7km2
Lake Surface Area:
75ha
Full Supply Capacity:
4,694 ML
Current Capacity:
4,694 ML (100.0% full) at 19/06/2013 06:30AM
Flood Mitigation:
Year Complete:
1963
Full Supply Waterline:
45m AHD (above sea level)
Spillway Level:
Outlet System:
Type of Construction:
Concrete gravity arch dam with earth abutments on both sides
Length of Dam Wall:

About Wappa Dam

Wappa Dam is one of several water supplies for the Sunshine Coast region.

Recreation  

Barbecue and picnic facilities are available for public use.
 
No water-based recreational activities (including fishing from the shoreline) are permitted.
 
 
Wappa Dam wall
 Wappa spilling in April 09
Wappa Dam spilling in April 09