Dead trees in lake created in 1939 by damming river to provide irrigation water for surrounding district, Lake Mulwala
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Dead trees in lake created in 1939 by damming river to provide irrigation water for surrounding district, Lake Mulwala
Dead trees in lake created in 1939 by damming river to provide irrigation water for surrounding district, Lake Mulwala, Murray River, Victoria, Australia, February
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Artificial Australasia Australasian Australia Australian Dammed Dead Destruction Environmental Irrigation Killed Lake Lakes Manmade Reservoir Reservoirs Victoria Damming Murray River
Nature's Time Capsule - Lake Mulwala, Where Trees Rest in Peace
EDITORS COMMENTS
. Step into a world frozen in time, where nature and human ingenuity collide! Behold the captivating print of Lake Mulwala, a hidden gem nestled in Victoria's picturesque countryside. This stunning image captures the eerie beauty of dead trees standing tall amidst shimmering waters. Back in 1939, an audacious plan was set into motion to dam the Murray River and create this manmade marvel. The purpose? To quench the thirst of surrounding districts with life-giving irrigation water. Little did they know that their ambitious endeavor would leave behind a hauntingly enchanting scene for generations to come. As you gaze upon this snapshot from yesteryears, one can't help but marvel at how these once-lush trees now stand as silent sentinels submerged beneath the lake's surface. A testament to both nature's resilience and mankind's ability to shape its surroundings. In this tableau of contrasts, we witness destruction giving birth to new habitats. While some may mourn the loss of pristine landscapes, others find solace knowing that these fallen giants have become sanctuaries for aquatic life and thriving ecosystems. So let your imagination wander as you explore this mesmerizing vista – a harmonious blend of natural wonder and human intervention. And perhaps ponder on our role as custodians of our planet; for even when we change nature's course, it finds ways to adapt and flourish. Lake Mulwala beck
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