View of Lake Hume, and the Bethanga Bridge during drought.

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Lake Hume was created with the construction of the Hume Dam in 1919. It serves multiple purposes including flood control, providing hydro power, water for irrigation, and a recreation area.

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Size: 8256px × 5504px
Location: Lake Hume, Australia
Photo credit: © Peter Ptschelinzew / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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