Ord River Diversion Dam
Ord River Diversion Dam
Ord River Diversion Dam
4.3
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Brian N
Perth, Australia82 contributions
Sept 2020
Appeared to be a new car park and viewing area to one side of the dam downstream which was easy to access
Written 19 September 2020
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1TraveltheWorld
Alice Springs, Australia12,187 contributions
Aug 2014 • Couples
The Diversion Dam near Kununurra is a spectacular site when the water flows through and is released to meet hydro power requirements and to maintain the water level in Lake Kununurra.
The main highway through Kununurra runs across the dam wall.
The main highway through Kununurra runs across the dam wall.
Written 4 November 2014
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HelsBels
Adelaide, Australia156 contributions
Oct 2021
very interesting area to visit, our tour guide helped to explain everything which added to the experience
Written 29 October 2021
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Aussietravellers1
Brisbane, Australia156 contributions
Apr 2017
Very interesting story goes with this piece of engineering from 1950's (I think.) We drove over it while many of the gates were open and were lucky enough to be able to pull over to the viewing area on the Wyndham side and see huge amounts of water gushing out. A sight to see thats for sure. If you are staying in Kununurra for a few days as we did its worth it to check on the flow just to see it in full flow. Impressive to say the least. The history of how it was built is also very interesting to hear from a local. Try the victors bureau or one of the tours to Argyle or Ord River both will provide the history.
Written 24 April 2017
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Aligattor
Darwin15 contributions
Mar 2017
This structure is awesome. To travel into Kununurra from Halls Creek and Wyndham area you have to go over the dam. The only way in. Water water everywhere. Fantastic scenery that you can't miss.
Written 30 March 2017
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Brian C
Sarina, Australia44 contributions
Sept 2016 • Couples
This river has been dammed, not by concrete, but by the natural dirt and rock in the area. The dam is very sturdy and strong with a great road over it. Its highest capacity, which has not yet been reached, is 55 times the volume of Sydney Harbour. It has reached 44 times the volume. It is very spectacular to see and visit.
Written 20 September 2016
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Patti R
Santa Cruz, CA64 contributions
Aug 2015 • Friends
This is a lovely spot to sit & relax under the trees.
You can get some great photographs of the water coming over the dam from the Lions Park.
You can get some great photographs of the water coming over the dam from the Lions Park.
Written 4 September 2015
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Rhonda M
Hay33 contributions
July 2014 • Couples
Great engineering, but no where to park to view, which means no board to read about construction etc. one can only drive across it.
Written 6 July 2014
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MeMock
Warragul, Australia1,582 contributions
Apr 2014 • Solo
Health and Safety rules have once again ruined it for the majority or normal and responsible people. You used to be able to access the bottom of the dam for fishing as well as exploring but not anymore with it all fenced off. Nice view when you drive across it but that is it.
Written 30 April 2014
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Peter_B_Simons
Portland, Australia652 contributions
Aug 2022
Not a lot of flow when there but great view. Up stream side very tranquil and great spot to sit and enjoy the afternoon sun.
Written 7 August 2022
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