Lake Mulwala and Mildura weir update

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Lake Mulwala and Mildura weir pool now at normal levels
06 August 2015 - MDBA

Lake Mulwala and Mildura weir pool are back to normal operating levels after major works at the weirs over winter.

An ongoing work program will continue to improve the Lake Mulwala foreshore and refurbishment of Mildura’s lock 11 is expected to be finished by mid-September.

MDBA head of river management David Dreverman thanked communities and river users for their understanding and cooperation.

"We had some essential infrastructure maintenance to complete this year and winter has given us a window of opportunity to get it done.

"The works have been a success. Even with an extra check of the trestles at Mildura, we have still managed to return to normal operating height this week as expected.

"With these works done, we are in the best possible place to manage the river well for local industries and communities over the irrigation season," Mr Dreverman said.

Goulburn–Murray Water did the works on behalf of the MDBA and Mr Dreverman thanked the team for working hard to finish them quickly, safely and to a high standard.

Works at Yarrawonga included routine testing of weir anchors and erosion control on the lake foreshore. The low lake level also helped to control the aquatic weed Egeria densa. GM Water will continue to improve the condition of the foreshore as part of a five year program.

Works at Mildura included repairs to the concrete on the bed of the river and the installation of new trestles. A vibration found in one trestle, turned out to be an easy fix. River users should take note that lock 11 is expected to re-open in mid-September.

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