Tooma Dam
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The impounded reservoir is called the Tooma Reservoir.
Location and features
Completed by Theiss Brothers in 1961,[1] Tooma Dam is a major dam, located near the village of Tooma and approximately Script error: No such module "convert". from the town of Khancoban. The dam was constructed by Societe Dumez based on engineering plans developed under contract by the Snowy Mountains Hydroelectric Authority.[2] Construction of the dam did not flood any towns or villages as it did in at Talbingo
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Recreation
Tooma Reservoir is a popular alpine fishing location; and holds both Brown and Rainbow trout. Camping is permitted in the Clover Flat Camping area. Campers are encouraged to carry their own water supplies.[4]
See also
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