An upgrade to the Lake Leake Dam is now complete, providing an additional 100 years of life for the asset.
To extend the life of the Lake Leake Dam, the Tasmanian Government committed $1.5 million dollars to the project, which was equally matched by the Australian Government through the National Water Grid Fund.
The Lake Leake Dam supplies water to both Campbell Town and Ross and irrigation water for the Elizabeth Macquarie Irrigation Trust.
The upgrade secures the ongoing availability of 14,600 megalitres of water per year to local irrigators for crop and livestock production for many years to come.
Quotes attributable to the Minister for Primary Industries and Water, Jane Howlett:
"It is great to see these upgrades to this iconic local dam now complete.
"The Tasmanian Government is committed to helping ensure Tasmanians have access to safe and reliable water not just for consumption but also for agriculture and recreational use.
"This Lake Leake Dam Life Extension Upgrade will now allow the locally managed dam to be enjoyed for future generations, with the dam being used for irrigation as well as tourism and recreation.
"The investment made by the Tasmanian Government in this project highlights the state's ongoing commitment to deliver important water infrastructure projects that provide safe and reliable water for regional communities."
Quotes attributable to the Federal Minister for the Environment and Water Tanya Plibersek:
"The Australian Government is committed to safeguarding our water resources for the communities, industries and environments that rely on them.
"The historic Lake Leake Dam plays a critical role in supporting the communities of the Campbell Town region, and it is wonderful to see the successful completion of this project which has extended the dam's life.
"By ensuring this ongoing water supply, the project is also building resilience in the region by supporting the long-term viability of agribusiness and the local employment and investment that goes with it.
The project was successfully delivered by Tasmanian Irrigation, who partnered with Fulton Hogan and GHD to deliver the essential project.
