Dams

Building & Maintaining Dams

in Grafton

Rural Dam Services

At Clarence Earthmoving, we construct and maintain rural dams.


Rural dams are structures built to contain water in a natural valley or hollow on a rural property. They’re typically used for irrigation, livestock watering and recreational purposes. 


Once in-use, it’s important to regularly maintain your dam through cleaning and clearing. This involves removing sediment, vegetation and other debris that has accumulated in and around the dam. Not doing so can reduce storage capacity, create safety hazards and impact water quality. 


Based in Clarenza, we service Grafton and surrounding areas.

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Dam Construction Considerations

When having a dam constructed on your property, there are several important factors to take into consideration including:



  • Approval: Before beginning we must check if council approval is needed along with any permits that may be required.
  • Site selection: The location of the dam is crucial for its success. It should be constructed in a natural valley or hollow that’s capable of holding water without causing damage to the surrounding land or infrastructure.
  • Water inflow: The amount of water that the dam will receive is an important consideration when designing it. Factors such as the catchment area, rainfall patterns and topography of the land will all play a role in determining the expected water inflow.
  • Intended uses: Primary uses such as irrigation, stock watering or recreation will impact the design and construction of the dam. For example, a dam intended for stock watering may require a different design than one intended for irrigation.
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