Atkinson Dam
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Location and features
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The dam is connected to Seven Mile Lagoon via a Script error: No such module "convert". channel. Facilities at the dam include two boat ramps, picnic tables and two caravan parks. A maximum of 15 boats are permitted on the lake at any one time.[5] In mid-2006 the dam was empty due to drought conditions in Australia.[6]
Fishing
Fish stocking of silver perch, bass, southern saratoga and golden perch has resulted in an excellent fishery, although the dry periods, high evaporation rates and drawdowns for irrigation in summer, result in low water levels as well as oxygen depleted water which makes fishing much more difficult.[5] Other fish that are present includes eel-tailed catfish and spangled perch.
See also
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