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| The dam has a capacity of {{convert|3700|ML|e6impgal+e6USgal}} and the height of the dam wall is {{convert|15|m}}.{{citation needed|date=June 2014}} | The dam has a capacity of {{convert|3700|ML|e6impgal+e6USgal}} and the height of the dam wall is {{convert|15|m}}.{{citation needed|date=June 2014}} | ||
| Because its sole purpose is flood mitigation, the retention basin behind the dam is almost always empty of water. | |||
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Dam in South East Queensland
| Biggera Creek Dam | |
|---|---|
  Location of the Biggera Creek Damin Queensland | |
| Country | Australia |
| Location | South East Queensland |
| Purpose | Flood mitigation |
| Status | Operational |
| Operator(s) | Gold Coast City Council |
| Dam and spillways | |
| Impounds | Biggera Creek |
| Reservoir | |
| Total capacity | 3,700 ML (810×10 |
The Biggera Creek Dam, or formally the Biggera Creek Flood Mitigation Dam, is a dam established for flood mitigation purposes over the Biggera Creek, located in the South East region of Queensland, Australia. The dam is situated approximately 3 kilometres (1.9 mi) northwest of Southport in the suburb of Arundel. It is operated by the Gold Coast City Council.
The dam has a capacity of 3,700 megalitres (810×10^ imp gal; 980×10^ US gal) and the height of the dam wall is 15 metres (49 ft).
Because its sole purpose is flood mitigation, the retention basin behind the dam is almost always empty of water.
See also
References
External links
- "Loders Creek and Biggera Creek Catchments Study Guide" (PDF) (PDF). Gold Coast City Council. May 2011.
- Bradley, John. "Rapid assessment of flood mitigation benefits of dams" (PDF) (PDF). Queensland Flood Commission.
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