Glenlyon Community Dam

Glenlyon Community Dam is a scenic location suitable for swimming and fishing. There is a short walk around the dam. A lot of the dam is surrounded by reeds but there are some clear areas for entry. The water is nice and clear but there were some weedy areas also.

There are no facilities except for a carpark but there are places to lay out a blanket for a picnic on the grassy borders of the dam. There are ample facilities at the nearby Glenlyon Recreation Reserve which has a playground, BBQs, picnic tables and toilets. Camping is not permitted at the dam.

On the southern side of the dam is a sculpture 'The Drop Sculpture'.

Access for Dogs:

Dogs are permitted on leash.

History of Glenlyon Community Dam

Glenlyon Dam was originally constructed circa 1875 to supply water to the flour mill. It now serves the community as a recreational and emergency water supply.

Traces of a former fish hatchery can be seen on the east side. Below the present dam wall is the location of the beginning of a water race.

The road had a different configuration in years gone by; the present gravel entry and concrete pad were non-existent and fire trucks used a track nearer the bridge and parked below the dam wall to fill up.