Little Nerang Dam


Key Facts

Name:
Little Nerang
Water Course:
Little Nerang Creek
Location:
16.3km upstream of junction with Nerang River
Catchment Area:
35.2km2
Full Supply Capacity:
6,705ML (crest gates open)
9,280ML (crest gates closed)
Lake Surface Area:
Full Supply Capacity:
6,705 ML
Current Capacity:
5,226 ML (77.9% full) at 30/07/2010 07:00AM
Flood Mitigation:
Year Complete:
1961
Full Supply Waterline:
168m AHD (above sea level)
Spillway Level:
Outlet System:
Two gates in central overflow section
Type of Construction:
Mass concrete gravity dam
Length of Dam Wall:
201m
The following recreational activities are permitted at Little Nerang Dam:
 
  • barbequing
  • picnicking
  • walking