Cairn Curran Reservoir

Cairn Curran Reservoir
Cairn Curran Reservoir
LocationLoddon River in Victoria
Coordinates37°3′S 143°59′E / 37.050°S 143.983°E / -37.050; 143.983
Catchment area1,593 km2 (615 sq mi)
Basin countriesAustralia
Surface area1,943 hectares (4,800 acres)
Average depth20 metres (66 ft)

Cairn Curran reservoir is situated on the Loddon River. near the townships of Baringhup, Newstead and Welshmans Reef. in Victoria, Australia. It was constructed between 1947 and 1956.

Primarily an irrigation reservoir, it is home to an active yacht club and is a popular freshwater fishing and water-skiing destination. Cairn Curran reservoir is one of a chain of reservoirs along the Loddon River which also includes the Newlyn, Hepburns, Tullaroop, and Laanecoorie Reservoirs.

A 2 MW hydroelectric power station generates electricity when irrigation and flood releases are made.

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