The project was funded by the Australian Government ($25.3 million) and the Tasmanian Government and state partners ($32 million). Australian Government funding is provided through the National Water Grid Fund.
The irrigation scheme supports drought resilience across a number of regions in north-east Tasmania.
Project overview
The Scottsdale Irrigation Scheme project included construction of a new dam and water distribution network to support drought resilience in north east Tasmania. The scheme includes 92 km of pipeline, a dam, pumpstation and power station. This infrastructure will supply the region with 8,600 megalitres (ML) of high-security irrigation water per season.
The distribution network services:
- Scottsdale
- Bridport
- Springfield
- Nabowla
- Waterhouse.
Primary production in these regions include poppies, potatoes, dairy and livestock. The improved distribution of water will support increased production of high-value irrigation agriculture and dairy.
Key project benefits
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