BUILT on Doon Doon Creek, a trubutary of the Tweed River, Clarrie Hall Dam has a storage capacity of 16,000 mega-litres of water, is the major off-river water storage facility for Tweed Shire and is capable of supporting the water needs for a population of some 160,000 people.
Construction of the dam commenced in 1974 and was completed in 1982. The current cost of construction is estimated to be about $34 million, and annual maintenance costs about $100000.

Activities permitted on Clarrie Hall Dam include canoeing, boating (electric motor, sail or paddle power only) and fishing. The Dam is stocked with Australian Bass and an annual fishing competition is organised and run by the Australian Bass Association.
Clarrie Hall Dam also supports several significant bird species, including the vulnerable comb-crested jacana (Irediparra gallinacea) and the endangered black-necked stork (Ephippiorhynchus asiaticus).

The Recreation Area is perfect for photography, bird watching, nature observation, environmental studies, picnicking and bush walking. Swimming in the dam is not permitted nor is the use of boats with petrol or diesel power. To protect water quality, only electric motors, sailboats and canoes are allowed on the dam.

Facilities include electric and wood barbecues (wood supplied), shelter sheds, picnic tables and chairs, toilets and a children’s playground. There are access points near the dam wall and at Crams Farm. The Dam is open during daylight hours only.

A NSW Fishing licence is required to fish here.

Water Quality link