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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 spilling in April 09