Neil Turner Weir Queensland

26°28′17″S 147°57′31.2″EA fantastic place for a quiet rest and relaxation with great camping spots

Neil Turner Weir is a small weir located on the northern side of the town of Mitchell, in Queensland, Australia. The weir holds back the waters of the Maranoa River. A campsite exists, with free toilet facilities. To the west, on the banks of the river held back by the weir, is a fishing spot known as Fisherman’s Rest.

The weir was built in 1984 and is made of concrete and filled with sand.^[1] The capacity of the Neil Turner Weir is 2,000 ML.^[2]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neil_Turner_Weir

 

The weir supplies water to the town of Mitchell, is used for irrigation and regulates streamflow.