Cairn Curran Reservoir
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Cairn Curran reservoir is situated along the Loddon River near the townships of Baringhup, Newstead and Welshmans Reef in Victoria, Australia. Constructed between 1947 and 1956.[3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11]
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Cairn Curran Reservoir | |
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Location | Loddon River in Victoria[1] |
Coordinates | 37°3′S 143°59′E |
Catchment area | 1,593 km2 (615 sq mi) |
Basin countries | Australia |
Surface area | 1,943 hectares (4,800 acres)[2] |
Average depth | 20 metres (66 ft) |
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Primarily an irrigation reservoir it is home to an active yacht club[12] and is a popular freshwater fishing and water skiing destination.[13] 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 being made.[14][15]