Ross River Dam, Townsville
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The Ross River Dam is a rock and earthfill-filled embankment dam across the Ross River, located between Kelso and Mount Stuart in the City of Townsville in northern Queensland, Australia. Built initially for flood control, Lake Ross, the impoundment created by the dam, serves as one of the major potable water supplies for the region. ()
Alternative names: Opened: 1971 (54 years ago)Length: 5.39 miHeight: 113 ftElevation: 138 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 19°24'35"S, 146°44'17"E
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Townsville
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Ross River Dam – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: James Cook University.
Queensland